Comparing Fractions with Like Denominators

Front

What do we compare when the denominators of fractions are the same?

Back

We compare the numerators.

Front

Which fraction is larger: 1/4 or 3/4?

Back

3/4 is larger.

Front

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

Back

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Front

If Amiyah ate 1/4 of the pizza and Cori ate 3/4, who ate more?

Back

Cori ate more.

Front

Which fraction is smaller: 2/6 or 5/6?

Back

2/6 is smaller.

Front

When comparing fractions with like denominators, what do we look at?

Back

We look at the numerators.

Front

What does the numerator represent in a fraction?

Back

The numerator represents the number of parts we have.

Front

What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

Back

The denominator represents the total number of equal parts.

Front

If two fractions have the same numerator, which one is larger?

Back

The fraction with the smaller denominator is larger.

Front

What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

Back

It means they represent the same amount.