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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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How do you compare two fractions?

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You can compare fractions by looking at their numerators and denominators, or by using models like fraction strips.

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

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What is the relationship between 1/3 and 1/6?

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1/3 is greater than 1/6 because it represents more parts of the same whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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How can you use models to compare fractions?

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You can use visual models like pie charts or fraction strips to see which fraction is larger or smaller.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the fraction 3/6 in simplest form?

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3/6 simplifies to 1/2.

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If you have 5/6 and 3/6, which is greater?

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5/6 is greater than 3/6.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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What does the symbol '>' mean in fractions?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2