Comparing Fractions Using Models

The video tutorial explains how to compare fractions using rectangular area models. It begins by introducing the concept of comparing fractions with the same numerator but different denominators. The tutorial demonstrates how to draw rectangles to represent the fractions 3/4 and 3/6, partitioning them into equal parts based on their denominators. The video then shows how to shade the appropriate number of parts to visually compare the fractions. By examining the shaded areas, it is concluded that 3/4 is greater than 3/6. Finally, the tutorial guides viewers in writing a comparison statement using the greater than symbol.

What is the purpose of using rectangular area models in this lesson?

• To compare the size of different fractions

• To add fractions together

• To divide fractions

• To multiply fractions

What is the first step in drawing the fraction 3/4 using a rectangular model?

• Draw a square and divide it into six parts

• Draw a triangle and divide it into three parts

• Draw a rectangle and divide it into four equal parts

• Draw a circle and divide it into four parts

How many parts are shaded in the model for 3/4?

• One part

• Two parts

• Three parts

• Four parts

What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

• The number of unshaded parts

• The total number of parts

• The size of each part

• The number of shaded parts

What is the first step in drawing the fraction 3/6 using a rectangular model?

• Draw a rectangle and divide it into six equal parts

• Draw a circle and divide it into six parts

• Draw a triangle and divide it into three parts

• Draw a square and divide it into four parts

How many parts are shaded in the model for 3/6?

• Two parts

• Three parts

• Four parts

• One part

What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

• The total number of parts

• The number of shaded parts

• The size of each part

• The number of unshaded parts

When comparing 3/4 and 3/6, which fraction is larger?

• Cannot be determined

• They are equal

• 3/6

• 3/4

Why is 3/4 considered greater than 3/6?

• Because 4 is greater than 6

• Because the shaded area in 3/4 is larger

• Because 3/6 has more parts

• Because 3/4 has fewer parts

How does the size of the denominator affect the size of each part in a fraction?

• Larger denominator means larger parts

• Denominator size does not affect part size

• Smaller denominator means larger parts

• Larger denominator means equal parts