Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

Back

To compare fractions with the same denominator, look at the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

Back

To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What does it mean for fractions to be equivalent?

Back

Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, such as 1/2 and 2/4.

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How can you order fractions from least to greatest?

Back

To order fractions from least to greatest, compare their values or convert them to a common denominator.

Front

What is the value of 3/6?

Back

3/6 is equivalent to 1/2.

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Which is greater: 1/4 or 3/8?

Back

3/8 is greater than 1/4.

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If Sarah read 1/4 of a book and Mandi read 1/6, who read more?

Back

Sarah read more; 1/4 is greater than 1/6.

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What is the relationship between 2/3 and 3/3?

Back

2/3 is less than 3/3.

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How do you find a common denominator for 1/2 and 1/4?

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The common denominator for 1/2 and 1/4 is 4.