Comparing and Ordering Fractions with Different Denominators

The video tutorial explains how to compare and order fractions by finding a common denominator. It provides examples comparing fractions like 3/4 and 5/8, 2/3 and 7/9, and 2/5 and 6/10. The tutorial also demonstrates how to order fractions from smallest to largest by using the lowest common multiple of the denominators.

What is the first step in comparing fractions with different denominators?

• Multiply the fractions

• Subtract the smaller fraction from the larger one

• Find a common denominator

• Add the numerators

When comparing 3/4 and 5/8, what is the common denominator used?

• 4

• 5

• 8

• 12

After finding a common denominator, which fraction is greater: 3/4 or 5/8?

• Cannot be determined

• They are equal

• 5/8

• 3/4

What is the lowest common multiple of 3 and 9 when comparing 2/3 and 7/9?

• 9

• 3

• 6

• 12

Which fraction is larger: 2/3 or 7/9?

• 7/9

• 2/3

• They are equal

• Cannot be determined

What is the common denominator used to compare 2/5 and 6/10?

• 10

• 20

• 15

• 5

In the order from smallest to largest, which fraction comes first: 2/4, 7/8, 1/2, or 3/4?

• 1/2

• 7/8

• 2/4

• 3/4