Comparing and Analyzing Rational Numbers

What is the first step in comparing rational numbers as mentioned in the introduction?

• Subtracting the fractions

• Finding a common denominator

• Converting fractions to decimals

• Adding the fractions

When converting 3/4 to a decimal, what is the resulting value?

• 0.25

• 1.0

• 0.75

• 0.5

What is the decimal equivalent of 4/5?

• 0.8

• 0.75

• 0.6

• 0.4

Why might decimals be easier to compare than fractions?

• Decimals are always larger numbers

• Decimals have the same denominators

• Decimals are easier to visualize

• Decimals are always smaller numbers

What is the common denominator when comparing 3/4 and 4/5?

• 10

• 20

• 25

• 15

What is 3/4 equivalent to when converted to a fraction with a denominator of 20?

• 18/20

• 16/20

• 15/20

• 12/20

What is 4/5 equivalent to when converted to a fraction with a denominator of 20?

• 16/20

• 15/20

• 12/20

• 18/20

In the shortcut method, what do you multiply the numerator of the first fraction by?

• The sum of both denominators

• The denominator of the second fraction

• The numerator of the second fraction

• The denominator of the first fraction

Using the shortcut method, what is the result of multiplying the numerator of 3/4 by the denominator of 4/5?

• 16

• 20

• 15

• 12

What will the teacher do in the next lesson?

• Conduct a test

• Give a problem and ask for preferred method

• Introduce a new topic

• Review the same topic