Comparing Fractions

Front

What does it mean to compare fractions?

Back

To compare fractions means to determine which fraction is greater, less, or equal to another fraction.

Front

What are the symbols used to compare fractions?

Back

The symbols are: > (greater than), < (less than), and = (equal to).

Front

If you have 1/2 and 1/3, which is greater?

Back

1/2 is greater than 1/3.

Front

How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

Back

Convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

Front

What is a common denominator?

Back

A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

Front

If 3/4 and 2/4 are compared, which is greater?

Back

3/4 is greater than 2/4.

Front

What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

Back

It means they represent the same value, like 1/2 and 2/4.

Front

How can you tell if a fraction is less than another?

Back

If the numerator is smaller when the denominators are the same, the fraction is less.

Front

What is the first step in comparing fractions?

Back

Identify the denominators and see if they are the same.

Front

Can you compare fractions with the same numerator?

Back

Yes, the fraction with the smaller denominator is greater.