Comparing Fractions

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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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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you compare two fractions with the same denominator?

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When fractions have the same denominator, compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or part of a whole.

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How can you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is the first step to compare fractions?

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The first step is to find a common denominator if the fractions have different denominators.

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If you have 1/4 and 2/4, which is greater?

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2/4 is greater than 1/4 because 2 is greater than 1.

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What is the process to convert fractions to a common denominator?

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To convert fractions to a common denominator, find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators and adjust the numerators accordingly.