Comparing Fractions Flashcard 6

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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 or convert them to decimals.

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What does the symbol < mean?

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What does the symbol > mean?

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What does the symbol = mean?

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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, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to compare or add them.

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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 the fraction model?

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A fraction model visually represents fractions, showing how parts relate to a whole.

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How do you find the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.