Comparing and Ordering Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then compare the numerators.

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

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Ordering fractions from greatest to least means arranging them in a sequence starting with the largest value down to the smallest value.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing them to be compared or added.

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How do you find the least common denominator (LCD)?

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To find the least common denominator, list the multiples of each denominator and identify the smallest multiple that appears in both lists.

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What is the value of 1/2 in decimal form?

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1/2 in decimal form is 0.5.

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Which is greater: 3/4 or 2/3?

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3/4 is greater than 2/3.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the relationship between 4/8 and 1/2?

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4/8 is equal to 1/2.

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How do you determine if two fractions are equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same part of a whole, which can be checked by cross-multiplying.