Unit 3 Review: Ordering Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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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).

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What does it mean to order fractions from least to greatest?

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Ordering fractions from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order based on their value.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share, used to compare or add fractions.

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How do you find the least common denominator of 3/4 and 2/5?

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The least common denominator of 4 and 5 is 20. Convert 3/4 to 15/20 and 2/5 to 8/20.

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Order the fractions: 1/2, 1/4, 3/4.

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1/4, 1/2, 3/4.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, e.g., 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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Order the fractions: 2/3, 1/3, 3/3.

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1/3, 2/3, 3/3.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.