comparing fractions with models.

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What is a fraction?

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

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction and represents how many parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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

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How do you compare two fractions with the same denominator?

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You compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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How do you compare two fractions with the same numerator?

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You compare the denominators. The fraction with the smaller denominator is greater.

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What is the relationship between 3/6 and 1/6?

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3/6 > 1/6 because 3 is greater than 1.

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What is the relationship between 1/3 and 1/6?

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1/3 > 1/6 because 3 is greater than 1.

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What is the relationship between 3/8 and 4/8?

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3/8 < 4/8 because 3 is less than 4.

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Are 3/4 and 6/8 equivalent?

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Yes, 3/4 and 6/8 are equivalent because they represent the same amount.

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What is a visual model for fractions?

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A visual model for fractions can be a pie chart, bar model, or fraction strips that show parts of a whole.

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