Comparing Fractions: Like Numerators and Denominators

The video tutorial explains how to compare fractions with like numerators and denominators. It introduces the symbols used for comparison and emphasizes the importance of starting with the same size whole. The tutorial provides examples of comparing fractions with like numerators and denominators, highlighting that the fraction with the smallest denominator is the largest when numerators are the same, and the smallest numerator is the smallest when denominators are the same. Visual models are recommended as a strategy for accurate comparison.

What symbols are used to compare fractions?

• Plus, minus, and equals

• Multiply, divide, and equals

• None of the above

• Greater than, less than, and equal to

Why is it important to start with the same whole when comparing fractions?

• To make them look nicer

• To ensure accuracy

• Because it's easier

• All of the above

When comparing fractions with like numerators, what should be the same?

• The color

• The size of the whole

• The number of pieces

• The type of fraction

Which fraction is larger: 1/2 or 1/4?

• 1/2

• 1/4

• Both are equal

• Cannot be determined

In fractions with the same numerators, which is larger: smaller or larger denominator?

• Smaller denominator

• Larger denominator

• Both are equal

• Depends on the numerator

Which fraction is smaller: 2/4 or 2/3?

• 2/4

• 2/3

• Both are equal

• Cannot be determined

When comparing fractions with like denominators, what determines the larger fraction?

• The smaller numerator

• The color

• The size of the whole

• The larger numerator

Which is larger: 3/6 or 4/6?

• Cannot be determined

• 3/6

• Both are equal

• 4/6

Which fraction is greater: 5/8 or 3/8?

• Cannot be determined

• 5/8

• 3/8

• Both are equal

What is a good strategy for comparing fractions?

• Asking a friend

• Drawing visual models

• Guessing

• Ignoring the denominators