Comparing Fractions 3rd Grade

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2, where the top number (numerator) shows how many parts we have, and the bottom number (denominator) shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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To compare fractions means to determine which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal. This helps us understand the size of different parts of a whole.

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How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

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When fractions have the same denominator, you can compare them by looking at the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is the larger fraction.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals. Alternatively, you can visualize them using models.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a number that is a multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions. It allows you to compare or add fractions more easily.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How can you visualize fractions?

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Fractions can be visualized using models like number lines, pie charts, or shaded areas to show how much of a whole is represented by the fraction.

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What is the fraction 3/4 compared to 1/2?

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3/4 is greater than 1/2 because 3 out of 4 parts is more than 1 out of 2 parts.

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What is the fraction 1/3 compared to 1/2?

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1/3 is less than 1/2 because 1 out of 3 parts is smaller than 1 out of 2 parts.

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

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2/4 is greater than 1/4 because 2 parts out of 4 is more than 1 part out of 4.