Comparing fractions with Like numerators

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator shows the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you compare fractions with like numerators?

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When fractions have the same numerator, the one with the smaller denominator is greater.

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How do you determine if two fractions are equal?

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Two fractions are equal if they represent the same part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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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, used to compare or add them.