Comparing Fractions with Unlike Denominators

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions involves determining which fraction is greater, less than, or equal to another fraction.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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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, allowing for easy comparison.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How do you convert fractions to have a common denominator?

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To convert fractions to have a common denominator, find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators and adjust the numerators accordingly.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the first step in comparing fractions with unlike denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator for the fractions being compared.

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If Quincy has 13/16 of a bag of marbles and Jenny has 3/4, who has more?

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Quincy has more marbles, because 13/16 is greater than 3/4.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What symbol would you use to compare 7/12 and 1/6?

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7/12 is greater than 1/6, so you would use the symbol >.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does the symbol < mean in fraction comparison?

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The symbol < means 'less than' and is used to show that one fraction is smaller than another.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does the symbol > mean in fraction comparison?

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The symbol > means 'greater than' and is used to show that one fraction is larger than another.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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How can you visually compare fractions?

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You can use shaded models or number lines to visually compare fractions.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2