Equivalent/Comparing Fractions

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What are equivalent fractions?

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Fractions that represent the same value, even though they have different numerators and denominators. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent.

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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 fractions with different denominators?

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Convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator, then compare the numerators.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the greatest fraction among 3/5, 2/3, 1/4, and 2/4?

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2/3 is the greatest.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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Order the following fractions from greatest to least: 6/8, 3/5, 7/8, 1/2.

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7/8, 6/8, 3/5, 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

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It means they represent the same part of a whole, such as 1/2 = 2/4.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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How can you tell if one fraction is greater than another?

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If the numerator of the fraction is larger when both fractions have the same denominator, or if the equivalent fractions have a larger numerator.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the relationship between 9/10 and 4/5?

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9/10 is greater than 4/5.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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How do you find a common denominator for 4/12 and 8/10?

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Find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators (12 and 10), which is 60.

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What is the value of 3/6 compared to 5/10?

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3/6 is equal to 5/10.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is a proper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 3/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B