Compare Fractions

Front

What does it mean to compare fractions?

Back

To compare fractions means to determine which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal.

Front

What symbol do we use to show that one fraction is less than another?

Back

< (less than)

Front

What symbol do we use to show that one fraction is greater than another?

Back

> (greater than)

Front

What symbol do we use to show that two fractions are equal?

Back

= (equal to)

Front

If 1/2 is compared to 1/4, which is greater?

Back

1/2 > 1/4

Front

If 3/4 is compared to 2/4, which is less?

Back

3/4 > 2/4

Front

How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

Back

Look at the numerators; the larger numerator means the larger fraction.

Front

How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

Back

Convert them to have a common denominator or convert to decimals.

Front

What is a common denominator?

Back

A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

Front

If 2/3 is compared to 4/6, what can we conclude?

Back

2/3 = 4/6 (they are equal when converted to a common denominator).