Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, 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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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

Back

To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

Back

0.5

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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0.75

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How can you express 1.25 as a fraction?

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1.25 can be expressed as 5/4.

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

Back

A fraction can be interpreted as a division problem, where the numerator is divided by the denominator.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.3

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What is the simplest form of the fraction 8/12?

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The simplest form of 8/12 is 2/3.