Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

Back

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean for fractions to be equivalent?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How do you compare two fractions with the same denominator?

Back

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

Front

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. It is used to compare or add fractions.

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What is a proper fraction?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is an improper fraction?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is a mixed number?

Back

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How can you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is the process to add fractions?

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To add fractions, make sure they have a common denominator. Then, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

Tags

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D