Understanding Fractions with Equal Numerators

The video tutorial explains how to compare fractions, focusing on those with equal numerators. It begins by defining numerators and denominators, then describes how to compare fractions with the same denominator. The tutorial provides an example comparing fractions 2/6 and 2/16, illustrating that a fraction with a smaller denominator is greater when numerators are equal. The lesson concludes with a summary of these concepts.

What is the role of the denominator in a fraction?

• It indicates the total number of equal parts in the whole.

• It tells how many parts are represented.

• It determines the size of the fraction.

• It is always larger than the numerator.

How do you determine which fraction is greater when they have the same denominator?

• The fraction with the smaller denominator is greater.

• The fraction with the smaller numerator is greater.

• The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

• The fraction with the larger denominator is greater.

What is the first step in comparing fractions with the same numerator?

• Check if the denominators are the same.

• Compare the size of the whole.

• Determine if the numerators are equal.

• Look at the size of the parts represented.

In the example comparing 2/6 and 2/16, why is 2/6 greater?

• Because 2/16 has a larger numerator.

• Because 6 is a larger number than 16.

• Because the parts in 2/6 are larger than the parts in 2/16.

• Because 2/6 has a smaller numerator.

What is the general rule for comparing fractions with the same numerator?

• The fraction with the larger denominator is greater.

• The fraction with the smaller denominator is greater.

• The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

• The fraction with the smaller numerator is greater.