Comparing Fractions 4th Grade

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two numbers, the numerator (top number) and the denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

Back

Comparing fractions involves determining which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal by analyzing their values.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is a common denominator?

Back

A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing them to be compared or added.

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How do you find the least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers?

Back

The LCM of two numbers is the smallest number that is a multiple of both numbers.

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What is the LCM of 5 and 4?

Back

The LCM of 5 and 4 is 20.

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How do you convert fractions to have a common denominator?

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To convert fractions to have a common denominator, multiply the numerator and denominator of each fraction by the necessary factors to reach the common denominator.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the relationship between 2/8 and 2/3?

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2/8 is less than 2/3.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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How do you determine which of two fractions is greater?

Back

To determine which fraction is greater, compare their values by finding a common denominator or converting them to decimals.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does the symbol '>' mean in fraction comparison?

Back

The symbol '>' means 'greater than' and is used to indicate that the fraction on the left is larger than the fraction on the right.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

Front

What does the symbol '<' mean in fraction comparison?

Back

The symbol '<' means 'less than' and is used to indicate that the fraction on the left is smaller than the fraction on the right.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2