Comparing Fractions with the Butterfly Method

What is the primary method discussed for comparing fractions?

• Butterfly method

• Common denominator method

• Benchmark half method

• Mental calculation

Why is the butterfly method preferred over mental strategies?

• It works every time

• It's easier to remember

• It's faster

• It requires less paper

In the example comparing 2/3 to 4/6, what conclusion is reached using the butterfly method?

• Cannot be determined

• 2/3 is greater

• They are equivalent

• 4/6 is greater

What is a key visual aspect of the butterfly method?

• Using different colors

• Drawing dots

• Circling numbers

• Drawing straight lines

What does the teacher recommend about using the butterfly method?

• Avoid it if possible

• Use it only for complex fractions

• Use it until it's no longer needed

• Use it sparingly

What is a potential downside of the butterfly method mentioned?

• It's time-consuming

• It can get messy

• It's difficult to learn

• It doesn't work for all fractions

What does the teacher prefer over drawing butterfly wings?

• Using a calculator

• Cross multiplying without visuals

• Asking students to guess

• Skipping the comparison

How does the teacher suggest dealing with the messiness of the butterfly method?

• Avoiding the method

• Using a larger paper

• Being careful with circling

• Practicing more

In comparing 3/8 to 2/5, which fraction is determined to be greater?

• They are equivalent

• 2/5

• 3/8

• Cannot be determined

What is the final step in comparing fractions using the butterfly method?

• Adding the results

• Comparing the cross-multiplied numbers

• Drawing butterfly wings

• Choosing the larger denominator