The video tutorial introduces fourth-grade students to comparing fractions using tools like poly pads and fraction walls. It emphasizes the importance of visualizing fractions to understand their sizes and introduces strategies for finding equivalent fractions. The tutorial covers three main strategies for comparing fractions: using a common denominator, multiplying both fractions by the product of their denominators, and identifying a common factor. Students are encouraged to take notes and practice these strategies to enhance their understanding of fraction comparison.

What tool was used to visually compare the fractions four-sixths and three-fifths?

• Number Line

• Calculator

• Poly Pad

• Fraction Wall

Which of the following is equivalent to one-half?

• Three-fourths

• Two-fourths

• One-third

• Five-sixths

What is the term for fractions that have the same denominator?

• Equivalent Fractions

• Common Numerator

• Common Denominator

• Mixed Numbers

In the first case for finding a common denominator, what is used as the common denominator?

• The smaller denominator

• The product of the denominators

• The sum of the denominators

• The greater denominator

When the only common factor of the denominators is one, what strategy is used?

• Use the sum of the denominators

• Use the product of the denominators

• Use the greater denominator

• Use the smaller denominator

In the third case, what is the common denominator when both denominators have a factor other than one?

• The sum of the denominators

• The product of the denominators

• The least common multiple

• The greater denominator

What is the equivalent fraction of three-fifths when using a common denominator of ten?

• Six-tenths

• Seven-tenths

• Five-tenths

• Nine-tenths

Which fraction is larger: five-eighths or seven-twelfths?

• Five-eighths

• Seven-twelfths

• They are equal

• Cannot be determined

What is the equivalent fraction of five-sixths when using a common denominator of twelve?

• Eight-twelfths

• Ten-twelfths

• Nine-twelfths

• Eleven-twelfths

Which strategy is used when comparing fractions with no common factors other than one?

• Use the smaller denominator

• Use the greater denominator

• Use the product of the denominators

• Use the least common multiple