KS2 Primary Maths Age 9-13 - Fractions, Decimals and Percentages: Equivalent Fractions and Decimals - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to convert various fractions to a common denominator of 32, allowing for easy comparison. It demonstrates the process of identifying which fractions are smaller than 5/8 and discusses the marking criteria for correctly identifying these fractions. The tutorial emphasizes understanding and visualizing the size of fractions.

What is the lowest common multiple used to convert the given fractions?

• 24

• 48

• 16

• 32

How is 1/2 converted to have a denominator of 32?

• Multiply by 16

• Multiply by 8

• Multiply by 4

• Multiply by 2

Which fraction is equivalent to 2/8 when converted to a denominator of 32?

• 12/32

• 16/32

• 8/32

• 4/32

Which of the following fractions is smaller than 5/8?

• 3/4

• 7/16

• 5/8

• 24/32

How many marks are awarded for identifying all fractions smaller than 5/8?

• 4 marks

• 2 marks

• 1 mark

• 3 marks