Chapter 8-7 "Use Benchmark Fractions to Compare and Order"

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What is a benchmark fraction?

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A benchmark fraction is a simple fraction that is easy to understand and use for comparison, such as 1/2, 1/4, or 3/4.

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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 decimal form.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numbers are different, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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Which is greater: 1/2 or 4/6?

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4/6 is greater than 1/2.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/8?

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2/16 is an equivalent fraction of 1/8.

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How can you use a number line to compare fractions?

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You can place the fractions on a number line to see which one is further to the right, indicating it is greater.

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Which is greater: 3/4 or 3/5?

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3/4 is greater than 3/5.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 3/4?

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6/8 is an equivalent fraction of 3/4.

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What does it mean for fractions to be greater or less than each other?

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It means that one fraction represents a larger or smaller part of a whole compared to another fraction.

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How do you find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, you can list the multiples of the denominators and find the least common multiple.