Comparing Fractions with Unlike Denominators

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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 (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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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?

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

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What are unlike denominators?

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Unlike denominators are denominators that are not the same in two or more fractions.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How can you compare fractions with unlike denominators?

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To compare fractions with unlike denominators, you can find a common denominator or convert 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 them to be compared or added.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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How do you find a common denominator for 1/4 and 2/6?

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The least common multiple of 4 and 6 is 12. Convert 1/4 to 3/12 and 2/6 to 4/12.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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Which is greater: 1/4 or 2/6?

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1/4 is less than 2/6.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the first step in comparing 3/4 and 2/3?

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Find a common denominator for 3/4 and 2/3.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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How do you convert 3/4 to a fraction with a denominator of 12?

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Multiply both the numerator and denominator by 3 to get 9/12.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How do you convert 2/3 to a fraction with a denominator of 12?

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Multiply both the numerator and denominator by 4 to get 8/12.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1