Comparing Fractions

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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). For example, 1/2 means one part out of two equal parts.

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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To compare fractions means to determine which fraction is greater, less than, or equal to another fraction.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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What is the symbol for 'equal to'?

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How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

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When fractions have the same denominator, compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator, then compare the numerators.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value. For example, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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If 1/3 and 1/4 are compared, which is greater?

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1/3 is greater than 1/4 because 1/3 has a larger value.

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What is the first step in comparing fractions?

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The first step is to determine if the fractions have the same denominator or different denominators.