Number Comparison Triads

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What is a number comparison triad?

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A number comparison triad consists of three numbers where one is the smallest, one is the largest, and one is in the middle.

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How do you identify the middle number in a triad?

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To find the middle number, arrange the three numbers in ascending order and select the one that is neither the smallest nor the largest.

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What does it mean to pay attention to denominators in fractions?

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Paying attention to denominators helps in comparing fractions, as the denominator indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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If you have the fractions 50/100 and 90/100, which is smaller?

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50/100 is smaller than 90/100.

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What is the value of 0 in a number comparison?

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0 is the smallest number in a comparison involving positive numbers.

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What is the value of 1 in a number comparison?

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1 is often used as a reference point in comparisons, especially when dealing with fractions.

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How do you compare decimals like 63.29, 63.2, and 63.3?

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Arrange the decimals in order: 63.2 < 63.29 < 63.3.

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What is the significance of the middle value in a triad?

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The middle value represents a balance point between the smallest and largest values.

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How can you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 50/100?

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0.5