Comparing Fractions

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

Front

What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

Back

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

Front

How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

Back

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

Front

What is the first step to find a common denominator?

Back

List the multiples of each denominator and find the least common multiple (LCM).

Front

What is the value of 3/6 compared to 8/12?

Back

3/6 is less than 8/12.

Front

Which fraction is equivalent to 3/6?

Back

6/12 is equivalent to 3/6.

Front

What is an equivalent fraction for 1/2?

Back

4/8 is an equivalent fraction for 1/2.

Front

Which fraction is greater: 2/4 or 3/4?

Back

3/4 is greater than 2/4.

Front

What is the value of 2/3 compared to 1/2?

Back

2/3 is greater than 1/2.

Front

How can you find an equivalent fraction?

Back

Multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number.