Comparing Fractions: Same Denominator

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator shows how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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If two fractions have the same denominator, how do you compare them?

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You compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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What fraction of a pizza is left if 2 out of 8 pieces are eaten?

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6/8 or 3/4 of the pizza is left.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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If Sara eats 3 out of 5 pieces of pizza, what fraction did she eat?

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3/5 of the pizza.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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Which is greater: 2/5 or 1/5?

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2/5 is greater than 1/5.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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What is 1/2 of 10?

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5.

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What is 1/3 of 12?

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4.

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If you have 4/6 and 5/6, which is smaller?

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4/6 is smaller than 5/6.

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