Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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

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What does it mean for fractions to be equivalent?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or amount.

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How do you compare two fractions with the same denominator?

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When fractions have the same denominator, compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction, indicating how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction, indicating how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does it mean if one fraction is greater than another?

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If one fraction is greater than another, it means it represents a larger part of the whole.

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What does it mean if one fraction is less than another?

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If one fraction is less than another, it means it represents a smaller part of the whole.

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How can you tell if a fraction is greater than 1?

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A fraction is greater than 1 if its numerator is larger than its denominator.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.