Comparing Fractions - Basics

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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). For example, in the fraction 1/2, 1 is the numerator and 2 is the denominator.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction and represents how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction and indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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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 or proportion, even if they have different numerators and denominators. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent.

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How can you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals. Alternatively, you can cross-multiply to see which is larger.

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What is the greatest value among the fractions 3/4, 7/8, 1/2, and 1/4?

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7/8 is the greatest value among these fractions.

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Which fraction is NOT equivalent to one half: 2/4, 2/3, 4/8, or 3/6?

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2/3 is NOT equivalent to one half.

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What fraction of a rectangle is blue if 1/3 of it is shaded?

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1/3 of the rectangle is blue.

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What fraction is equivalent to 1?

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5/5 is equivalent to 1.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions you want to compare or add.

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