Comparing Fractions

Front

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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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

Back

Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

Back

To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator, then compare the numerators.

Front

What is the value of 2/4?

Back

2/4 is equivalent to 1/2.

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Which fraction is greater: 1/2 or 4/9?

Back

1/2 is greater than 4/9.

Front

Which fraction is greater: 1/3 or 2/7?

Back

1/3 is greater than 2/7.

Front

What is an equivalent fraction for 1/2?

Back

2/4 and 4/8 are equivalent fractions for 1/2.

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Which of the following is NOT an equivalent fraction to 1/2: 2/4, 2/3, 4/8, 3/6?

Back

2/3 is NOT an equivalent fraction to 1/2.

Front

What fraction of a rectangle is colored if 1/3 of it is blue?

Back

1/3 of the rectangle is blue.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

Back

To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.