Comparing Fractions with Fraction Bars

What is a fraction?

• A type of mathematical operation

• A number representing a part of a group or whole

• A method for dividing shapes

• A tool used in geometry

What do fraction bars represent?

• Different types of mathematical equations

• Symbols in algebra

• Units of measurement

• Various fractional amounts

What does it mean to compare fractions?

• To add and subtract fractions

• To multiply and divide fractions

• To find the value of fractions

• To describe if numbers are greater, less, or equal

Who ate a greater amount, Aubree or Ella?

• Aubree

• Ella

• It is not specified

• Both ate the same amount

What fraction of her sandwich did Aubree eat?

• One half

• One third

• Three fourths

• Two fourths

What is equivalent to one half?

• One fourth

• One third

• Two fourths

• Three fourths

What should you do first when comparing fractions on your own?

• Get out or make fraction bars

• Make a statement using comparison symbols

• Line up the fraction bars

• Guess the answer

Which is greater, two-thirds or three-sixths?

• Both are equal

• Three-sixths

• Two-thirds

• It is not specified

What conclusion can be drawn about two-thirds and three-sixths?

• No conclusion can be drawn

• Two-thirds is smaller

• They are equivalent

• Two-thirds is greater

What is the purpose of using fraction bars in this video?

• To solve algebraic equations

• To compare different fractions visually

• To perform complex calculations

• To teach geometry