Comparing Fractions with Different Denominators

This video tutorial explains how to compare fractions with different denominators. It begins with an introduction to the concepts of numerators and denominators, followed by visual examples using strip diagrams and circles. The tutorial then demonstrates the use of fraction tiles as a visual aid and introduces the butterfly method for comparing fractions. Several examples are provided to illustrate the comparison of fractions with different denominators, helping students understand which fractions are larger or smaller.

What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

• The number of shaded parts

• The difference between the numerator and denominator

• The total number of parts the whole is divided into

• The sum of the numerator and denominator

Which fraction is larger, 1/3 or 1/4?

• 1/3

• Cannot be determined

• 1/4

• Both are equal

What is the purpose of the butterfly method in comparing fractions?

• To add fractions

• To divide fractions

• To compare fractions by finding a common denominator

• To subtract fractions

After applying the butterfly method, what does a larger product indicate about the fraction?

• The method was applied incorrectly

• The fraction is larger

• The fractions are equal

• The fraction is smaller

What is the main advantage of using fraction tiles?

• They provide a visual comparison of fractions

• They help in adding fractions

• They are necessary for the butterfly method

• They are used for subtracting fractions

Which fraction is greater, 2/3 or 2/4?

• 2/4

• 2/3

• Both are equal

• Cannot be determined

Between 1/8 and 1/4, which fraction is smaller?

• Cannot be determined

• Both are equal

• 1/4

• 1/8

Is 1/2 greater than, less than, or equal to 1/3?

• Greater than

• Less than

• Cannot be determined

• Equal to

What does 4/4 represent?

• One third

• One whole

• One half

• One fourth

Which is greater, 4/4 or 4/6?

• Cannot be determined

• Both are equal

• 4/6

• 4/4