Compare 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 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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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 an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, such as 1/2 and 2/4.

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How can you compare fractions with the same denominator?

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

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How can you compare 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 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 the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

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Two fractions are equal if they represent the same part of a whole, even if they look different.

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Can you give an example of comparing fractions?

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For example, to compare 1/3 and 1/4, convert them to a common denominator (12): 1/3 = 4/12 and 1/4 = 3/12. So, 1/3 is greater than 1/4.