Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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, such as 1/2 and 2/4.

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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 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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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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 equivalent fractions with a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the greater fraction: 3/4 or 2/4?

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3/4 is greater than 2/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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What symbol do you use to show that one fraction is less than another?

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

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/2?

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3/6 is an equivalent fraction of 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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Who rode farther: Tommy rode 2/3 mile or Billy rode 5/6 mile?

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Billy rode farther than Tommy.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the relationship between 2/9 and 2/3?

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2/9 is less than 2/3.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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How do you find a common denominator for 1/4 and 1/6?

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The least common denominator of 1/4 and 1/6 is 12.