Comparing Fractions with Unlike Denominators

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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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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions involves determining which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal.

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What are unlike denominators?

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Unlike denominators are denominators that are not the same in two or more fractions.

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How do you compare fractions with unlike denominators?

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To compare fractions with unlike denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator.

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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.

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The least common multiple (LCM) of 5 and 7 is 35, so the common denominator is 35.

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What happens when comparing negative fractions?

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When comparing negative fractions, the fraction with the smaller absolute value is larger.