Comparing Fractions with Models

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can use models, number lines, or find a common denominator.

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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 part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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The symbol for 'less than' is <.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is >.

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What is the symbol for 'equal to'?

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The symbol for 'equal to' is =.

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How can you find a fraction equivalent to another fraction?

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You can find an equivalent fraction by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is 2/3 in sixths?

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2/3 is equivalent to 4/6.