Comparing Fractions

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'. It is used to compare two numbers or fractions, indicating that the number on the left is larger than the number on the right.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'. It is used to compare two numbers or fractions, indicating that the number on the left is smaller than the number on the right.

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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

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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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How do you find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions you want to compare.

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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 we have.