equivalent fractions and comparing fractions

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same part of a whole as another fraction, even though the numbers are different. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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To find equivalent fractions, you can multiply or divide the numerator and the denominator of a fraction by the same number. For example, for 1/3, multiplying both by 2 gives 2/6.

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions means determining which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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What is the symbol for 'equal to'?

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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

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Is 3/6 equivalent to 8/12?

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No, 3/6 is not equivalent to 8/12.

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Which is greater: 1/4 or 1/7?

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1/4 is greater than 1/7.

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If 1/8 < 3/8, what does this mean?

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It means that 1/8 is a smaller part of a whole compared to 3/8.