A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number). For example, in $$\frac{1}{2}$$ , 1 is the part and 2 is the whole.

How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

What is a common denominator?

A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions. It allows for easy comparison and addition of fractions.

What is the greater fraction: $$\frac{5}{6}$$ or $$\frac{1}{2}$$ ?

$$\frac{5}{6}$$ is greater than $$\frac{1}{2}$$ .

What is the lesser fraction: $$\frac{7}{8}$$ or $$\frac{9}{10}$$ ?

$$\frac{7}{8}$$ is less than $$\frac{9}{10}$$ .

What is the numerator in a fraction?

The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

What is the denominator in a fraction?

The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts in a whole.

What is a unit fraction?

A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer. For example, $$\frac{1}{3}$$ is a unit fraction.

What is the sum of $$\frac{1}{4}$$ and $$\frac{1}{4}$$ ?

The sum of $$\frac{1}{4}$$ and $$\frac{1}{4}$$ is $$\frac{2}{4}$$ , which simplifies to $$\frac{1}{2}$$ .

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What is a fraction?

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What is an improper fraction?

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What is a mixed number?

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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How do you find an equivalent fraction?

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions means determining which fraction is greater, less than, or equal to another fraction.

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