Comparing and Ordering Fractions NF2

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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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 for one fraction to be greater than another?

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A fraction is greater than another if its value is larger when both fractions are expressed in the same form.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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How do you order fractions from least to greatest?

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To order fractions from least to greatest, convert them to have a common denominator or compare their decimal equivalents.

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What is the fraction 1/2 equivalent to in terms of 4ths?

Back

1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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If 3/5 is compared to 1/2, which is greater?

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3/5 is greater than 1/2.

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Which is greater: 2/3 or 7/12?

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2/3 is greater than 7/12.

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Who ran further: Sam (3/4 mile), Jack (1/2 mile), or Tom (2/3 mile)?

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Sam ran the furthest with 3/4 mile.

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How do you find if two fractions are equal?

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Two fractions are equal if their cross products are the same (a/b = c/d if a*d = b*c).