Comparing Fractions

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

Back

To compare fractions means to determine which fraction is greater, less than, or equal to another fraction.

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What are the symbols used to compare fractions?

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The symbols are: > (greater than), < (less than), and = (equal to).

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If you have 1/2 and 1/3, which is greater?

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1/2 is greater than 1/3.

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How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

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If the denominators are the same, compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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Convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

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What is the first step in comparing 3/4 and 2/3?

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Find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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If 3/5 and 4/5 are compared, what can be said?

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3/5 is less than 4/5 because they have the same denominator.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

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It means they represent the same value or amount.

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How can you tell if 1/4 is less than 1/2?

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1/4 is less than 1/2 because when comparing, 1/4 is smaller than 2/4.