Comparing Fractions with Different Numerators and Denominators Using Area Models

This video tutorial teaches how to compare fractions with different numerators and denominators using area models. It explains the concept of fractions equal to 1, fractions greater than 1, and how to use less than, equal to, and greater than signs for comparison. The tutorial demonstrates creating area models to compare fractions to the benchmark of 1, providing examples with fractions like 2/3, 11/9, 3/2, and 11/8. The lesson concludes with a summary of the comparison techniques using area models.

What is the value of a fraction when its numerator and denominator are the same?

• Cannot be determined

• Less than 1

• Greater than 1

• Equal to 1

How do you determine if a fraction is greater than 1 using area models?

• By not shading at all

• By shading exactly the whole

• By shading less than the whole

• By shading more than the whole

When comparing fractions to the benchmark of 1, what does it mean if you need to create an additional model to complete the shading?

• The fraction is greater than 1

• The fraction cannot be compared

• The fraction is less than 1

• The fraction is equal to 1

In the example comparing 3/2 and 11/8, which fraction is larger?

• 11/8

• 3/2

• Cannot be determined

• Both are equal

What is the next fraction in the sequence from smallest to largest: 1, 11/8, 3/2?

• 1

• 11/8

• 3/2

• None of the above