Benchmark Fractions

Choose the fractions that are equivalent to the fraction shown on the pizza.

Choose the benchmark fractions.

• 1

• 0

Choose all strategies used to compare fractions.

• Draw models (number lines, fractions bars/circles).

• Create equivalent fractions with common denominators.

• Add the numerators and denominators. Then compare each.

• Cross multiplication (butterfly method).

• 6

• 7

• 12

• 4

• benchmark fractions

• mixed numbers

• common denominators

• equivalent fractions

• benchmark fractions

• mixed numbers

• common denominators

• equivalent fractions

Suzie paid 1/8 of a dollar

• 0.18

• 0.12

• 0.125

• 0.225

A common fraction used as a point of reference

• Benchmark Fraction

• Whole fraction

• Improper fraction

• Mixed fraction

1/2

• 0.12

• 0.5

• 0.25

• 0.2

3/4

• 0.34

• 3.4

• 0.25

• 0.75