Comparing Fractions

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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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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you know if one fraction is greater than another?

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You can compare fractions by finding a common denominator or by converting them to decimals.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a number that is a multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing for easy comparison.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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'>' means 'greater than'. It is used to show that one number or fraction is larger than another.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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'<' means 'less than'. It is used to show that one number or fraction is smaller than another.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does the symbol '=' mean?

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'=' means 'equal to'. It shows that two numbers or fractions are the same.

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If you have 1/2 and 1/4, which is greater?

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1/2 is greater than 1/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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How can you compare 3/5 and 2/3?

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Convert both fractions to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals to compare.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the first step in comparing fractions?

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The first step is to find a common denominator or convert the fractions to decimals.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2