Comparing and Ordering Fractions, Decimals, and Percents

This video tutorial covers Chapter 2, focusing on comparing and ordering fractions, decimals, and percents. It introduces key vocabulary such as least common denominator and multiples, and applies these concepts in real-world scenarios. The tutorial provides step-by-step instructions for comparing fractions by finding the least common denominator and converting fractions to decimals for easier comparison. It also includes exercises for practice and demonstrates how to order fractions, decimals, and percents effectively.

What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

• The difference between the denominators

• The sum of the denominators

• The smallest multiple of the denominators

• The largest multiple of the denominators

What is the first step in comparing fractions?

• Subtract the fractions

• Find the least common multiple of the numerators

• Add the fractions together

• Find the least common multiple of the denominators

If you have the fractions 5/8 and 7/12, what is their least common denominator?

• 36

• 24

• 12

• 8

How do you convert 2/3 to an equivalent fraction with a denominator of 9?

• Multiply both the numerator and denominator by 2

• Divide both the numerator and denominator by 3

• Multiply both the numerator and denominator by 3

• Divide both the numerator and denominator by 2

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

What is the equivalent fraction of 1/6 with a denominator of 18?

• 1/18

• 3/18

• 6/18

• 9/18

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

What is a good strategy for comparing fractions, decimals, and percents?

• Convert them all to percents

• Convert them all to decimals

• Convert them all to fractions

• Leave them in their original forms

What is 2/3 as a decimal?

• 0.66

• 0.50

• 0.33

• 0.75

Which is greater: 75 hundredths or 7 tenths?

• They are equal

• Cannot be determined

• 7 tenths

• 75 hundredths

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

If Lucita made 85% of her free-throws and Henry made 7 out of 8, who has the better average?

• Cannot be determined

• Lucita

• They have the same average

• Henry

What is the decimal equivalent of 3/5?

• 0.5

• 0.3

• 0.6

• 0.8