Compare Unit Fractions Using Models

Front

What is a unit fraction?

Back

A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a whole number, like 1/2, 1/3, or 1/4.

Front

Which is greater: 1/3 or 1/4?

Back

1/3 is greater than 1/4.

Front

Which is less: 1/6 or 1/3?

Back

1/6 is less than 1/3.

Front

Which is greater: 1/4 or 1/2?

Back

1/2 is greater than 1/4.

Front

Which is less: 1/3 or 1/2?

Back

1/3 is less than 1/2.

Front

How do you compare fractions with the same numerator?

Back

To compare fractions with the same numerator, look at the denominators. The fraction with the smaller denominator is greater.

Front

How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

Back

To compare fractions with the same denominator, look at the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

Front

What does it mean to compare fractions?

Back

To compare fractions means to determine which fraction is greater, less, or equal to another fraction.

Front

If you have 1/3 of a pizza and 1/4 of a pizza, which one has more?

Back

1/3 of a pizza has more than 1/4 of a pizza.

Front

What is the visual representation of 1/2?

Back

1/2 can be represented as a shape divided into 2 equal parts, with 1 part shaded.