Equivalent, Comparing, and Ordering Fractions Review

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same part of a whole as another fraction, even though the numbers may be different. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, you can find a common denominator or convert them to equivalent fractions with the same denominator.

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What does it mean to order fractions from least to greatest?

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Ordering fractions from least to greatest means arranging them in a sequence starting with the smallest fraction and ending with the largest fraction.

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Which is larger: 1/6 or 1/2?

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1/2 is larger than 1/6 because halves are bigger sized pieces than sixths.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/2?

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An equivalent fraction of 1/2 is 2/4, 3/6, or 4/8.

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How can you tell if two fractions are equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they simplify to the same fraction or if you can multiply the numerator and denominator of one fraction to get the other.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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

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Order the following fractions from least to greatest: 1/5, 5/8, 2/3.

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1/5 < 5/8 < 2/3.

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What is the fraction 3/4 compared to 2/3?

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3/4 is greater than 2/3.

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If Jean's glass is 2/3 full and Madison's glass is 1/8 full, which is fuller?

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Jean's glass is fuller than Madison's glass.