Understanding Fractions with Common Denominators

What is the role of the denominator in a fraction?

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

• It is always larger than the numerator.

• It shows how many parts are being considered.

• It is the sum of the numerator and denominator.

In the story problem, who ate more chocolate?

• Tracy ate more chocolate.

• Charlie ate more chocolate.

• Both ate the same amount.

• Neither ate any chocolate.

What does the alligator mouth represent in comparing fractions?

• It points to the fraction with the larger numerator.

• It points to the larger fraction.

• It points to the smaller fraction.

• It points to the equal fractions.

How should you start when comparing fractions with common denominators?

• By subtracting the numerators.

• By multiplying the denominators.

• By rewriting the fractions.

• By adding the numerators.

What is the correct comparison for the fractions 2/6 and 4/6?

• 2/6 is less than 4/6.

• 2/6 is equal to 4/6.

• 2/6 is greater than 4/6.

• 2/6 is not comparable to 4/6.