Comparing and Ordering Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare two fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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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 least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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How do you order fractions from least to greatest?

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To order fractions from least to greatest, convert them to have a common denominator or compare their decimal values.

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What is an improper fraction?

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What is a mixed number?

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How can you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator and express the remainder as a fraction.