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Comparing Fractions

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4th - 5th Grade

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This quiz focuses on comparing and ordering fractions, a fundamental concept in elementary mathematics appropriate for grades 4-5. The questions systematically address multiple comparison strategies that students must master to develop fraction number sense. Students need to understand equivalent fractions, recognize when fractions can be compared using common denominators, and identify situations where fractions have the same numerator or denominator for direct comparison. The quiz requires students to apply their knowledge of fraction relationships, including recognizing that fractions like 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent, understanding that fractions with the same numerator but different denominators can be compared by examining the size of the parts, and knowing how to find common denominators to make accurate comparisons. The final question extends beyond simple comparison to ordering multiple fractions, requiring students to convert all fractions to equivalent forms with a common denominator and then arrange them from least to greatest. This quiz was created by a classroom teacher who designed it for students studying fraction comparison in grades 4-5. The assessment serves multiple instructional purposes and works exceptionally well as a formative assessment tool to gauge student understanding before moving to more complex fraction operations. Teachers can use this quiz as a warm-up activity to activate prior knowledge about equivalent fractions, as guided practice during fraction comparison lessons, or as homework to reinforce classroom learning. The systematic progression from simpler comparisons to more complex ordering makes it ideal for differentiated instruction, allowing teachers to identify which students need additional support with specific comparison strategies. This quiz effectively addresses Common Core standards 4.NF.A.2 and 5.NF.A.1, which require students to compare two fractions with different numerators and denominators and add/subtract fractions with unlike denominators respectively, building the foundational comparison skills necessary for fraction arithmetic.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Select the symbol to compare these fractions

2/10______4/5

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TEKS.MATH.4.3D

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Select the symbol to compare these fractions

2/3______5/6

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TEKS.MATH.4.3D

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

1/2_____2/4

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TEKS.MATH.4.3D

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

7/8_________3/4

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TEKS.MATH.4.3D

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

2/5_______4/10

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TEKS.MATH.4.3D

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

1/3_______1/5

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TEKS.MATH.4.3D

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Select the symbol to compare these fractions

3/10_________ 3/4

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TEKS.MATH.3.3H

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