Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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How do you compare two fractions with the same denominator?

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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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What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

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What is the process to find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions you want to compare.

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

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You can tell if one fraction is greater than another by comparing their values after converting them to a common denominator or decimals.

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

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What is an improper fraction?

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What is a mixed number?

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.