A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as $$\frac{a}{b}$$ , where 'a' is the numerator and 'b' is the denominator.

What is the value of $$\frac{3}{6}$$ ?

$$\frac{3}{6} = \frac{1}{2}$$ , which is equivalent to one half.

What is the first step in comparing $$\frac{3}{8}$$ and $$\frac{4}{8}$$ ?

The first step is to compare the numerators since the denominators are the same.

What does it mean if a fraction is less than one?

A fraction is less than one if its numerator is smaller than its denominator.

How do you determine if $$\frac{7}{12}$$ is more than or less than $$\frac{1}{2}$$ ?

Convert $$\frac{1}{2}$$ to $$\frac{6}{12}$$ ; since $$\frac{7}{12} > \frac{6}{12}$$ , it is more than one half.

What is the significance of shaded models in comparing fractions?

Shaded models visually represent fractions, making it easier to compare their sizes.

What is the definition of a numerator?

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

What is the definition of a denominator?

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

How can you identify equivalent fractions?

Equivalent fractions can be identified by cross-multiplying or simplifying to see if they reduce to the same fraction.

What is the relationship between $$\frac{5}{10}$$ and $$\frac{1}{2}$$ ?

$$\frac{5}{10} = \frac{1}{2}$$ , meaning they are equivalent fractions.

What does it mean if a fraction is improper?

An improper fraction has a numerator that is greater than or equal to its denominator.

Comparing Fractions Flashcards

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What is a fraction?

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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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 a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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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.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

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How can you tell if a fraction is greater than or less than one half?

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A fraction is greater than one half if its numerator is greater than half of its denominator.

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