4.3 D Comparing Fractions Day 2

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What is a fraction?

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare two fractions, you can find a common denominator, convert them to equivalent fractions, or convert them to decimals.

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What does it mean if one fraction is greater than another?

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If fraction A is greater than fraction B, it means that A represents a larger part of a whole than B does.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How can you tell if two fractions are equal?

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Two fractions are equal if they represent the same part of a whole, which can be shown by cross-multiplying.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is a proper fraction?

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What is an improper fraction?

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