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 consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What does it mean to order fractions?

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Ordering fractions means arranging them from smallest to largest or vice versa.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How can you tell which of two fractions is greater?

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You can tell which fraction is greater by comparing their values, either by finding a common denominator or converting them to decimals.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator (e.g., 3/4).

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator (e.g., 5/4).

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction (e.g., 1 1/2).

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and use the remainder as the new numerator.