comparing fractions with models.

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How can you use models to compare fractions?

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You can use visual models like pie charts or fraction strips to see which fraction is larger.

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What is the relationship between 3/4 and 6/8?

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3/4 and 6/8 are equivalent fractions.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equivalent?

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They represent the same part of a whole, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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What is a visual model for 5/6?

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A pie chart with 5 out of 6 parts shaded.

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What does it mean if a fraction is less than another fraction?

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It means that the part represented by the first fraction is smaller than the part represented by the second fraction.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator over a denominator.

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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 are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How can you tell if two fractions are equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same amount, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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What is a fraction strip?

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A fraction strip is a visual model that shows fractions as segments of a strip, making it easier to compare their sizes.