Compare 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 symbol do we use to show that one fraction is less than another?

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The symbol '<' is used to show that one fraction is less than another.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What symbol do we use to show that one fraction is greater than another?

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The symbol '>' is used to show that one fraction is greater than another.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What symbol do we use to show that two fractions are equal?

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The symbol '=' is used to show that two fractions are equal.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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If 1/2 is compared to 3/4, which is greater?

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3/4 is greater than 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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If 2/3 is compared to 2/5, which is less?

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2/5 is less than 2/3.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What is a common way to compare fractions with different denominators?

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A common way to compare fractions with different denominators is to find a common denominator.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does it mean if two fractions are equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value or amount.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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If you have 1/4 and 2/8, are they equal?

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Yes, 1/4 and 2/8 are equal because they represent the same part of a whole.