Comparing Fractions

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).

Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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

0.5

Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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

0.75

1.25 can be expressed as 5/4.

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

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