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Comparing fractions and Is this fraction greater or less than 1?

20 questions

3rd - 4th Grade

Mathematics

This Grade 3–4 mathematics worksheet gives students 20 multiple-choice questions on comparing fractions and deciding whether a fraction is greater than, less than, or equal to 1. Students identify numerators and denominators, compare fractions with the same denominator, compare unit fractions such as 1/4 and 1/8, and select true inequality statements. Several questions use shaded fraction models so learners connect visual representations with symbolic comparisons. The worksheet also includes comparison items involving fractions such as 5/4, 6/7, 6/6, and 9/10, helping students use the relationship between the numerator and denominator to judge a fraction against 1. It is suitable for introducing, reviewing, or checking foundational fraction-comparison skills in Grades 3–4. This free printable worksheet includes a complete answer key for efficient checking and feedback.

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Comparing fractions and Is this fraction greater or less than 1?

Total questions: 20

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which fraction is the smallest ?
Which fraction is the smallest? 
a)
1/4
b)
1/6
c)
1/8
d)
1/2
2.
Which fraction is less than 1/2?
Which fraction is less than 1/2? 
a)
1/4
b)
2/4
c)
3/4
d)
3/6
3.
Which fraction is the largest ?
Which fraction is the largest? 
a)
1/4
b)
1/6
c)
1/8
d)
1/2
4.
Which fractions are greater than 1/4?
Which fractions are greater than 1/4? 
a)
1/6 and 1/3
b)
2/6 and 1/2
c)
3/6 and 1/2
d)
6/8 and 1/6
5.
Look at the shaded model. Which number sentence is true?
Look at the shaded model.  Which number sentence is true?
a)
1/8<3/8
b)
3/8<1/8
c)
7/8<5/8
d)
5/8>1/8
6.
Look at the shaded model. Which number sentence is true?
Look at the shaded model.  Which number sentence is true?
a)
3/8>5/8
b)
4/8<3/8
c)
3/8<4/8
d)
3/8<5/8
7.
The number on the top of a fraction is called what?
a)
numerator
b)
denominator
c)
fractionator
d)
equivalent
8.
The number on the bottom of a fraction is called what?
a)
numerator
b)
denominator
c)
equivalent
d)
improper
9.

5/4 is ____________ 1.

a)

greater than

b)

less than

c)

equal to

10.

6/7 is ________ 1.

a)

greater than

b)

less than

c)

equal to

11.

9/10 is ___________ 1.

a)

greater than

b)

less than

c)

equal to

12.

1/3 is _______________ 1.

a)

greater than

b)

less than

c)

equal to

13.

6/6 is _____________ 1.

a)

greater than

b)

less than

c)

equal to

14.

1/5 _______ 1/4

a)

>

b)

<

c)

=

15.

1/8 _____ 1/2

a)

<

b)

>

c)

=

16.

1/4 _____ 1/10

a)

<

b)

>

c)

=

17.

5/5 _____ 1

a)

<

b)

>

c)

=

18.

5/3 _____ 1

a)

<

b)

>

c)

=

19.

1/3 _____ 1/2

a)

<

b)

>

c)

=

20.

6/6 _____ 2/2

a)

<

b)

>

c)

=

WaygroundAnswer Key

Comparing fractions and Is this fraction greater or less than 1?

Total questions: 20

1.
c) 1/8
2.
a) 1/4
3.
d) 1/2
4.
c) 3/6 and 1/2
5.
a) 1/8<3/8
6.
c) 3/8<4/8
7.
a) numerator
8.
b) denominator
9.
a)

greater than

10.
b)

less than

11.
b)

less than

12.
b)

less than

13.
c)

equal to

14.
b)

<

15.
a)

<

16.
b)

>

17.
c)

=

18.
b)

>

19.
a)

<

20.
c)

=

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FAQs

What does this comparing fractions worksheet help students learn?

This worksheet helps Grade 3–4 students compare fractions and determine whether each fraction is greater than, less than, or equal to 1. Its 20 multiple-choice questions include shaded fraction models, comparisons such as 1/8 < 1/2, numerator and denominator vocabulary, and benchmark judgments such as 6/6 = 1 and 5/4 > 1.

How can I use this worksheet to teach comparing fractions?

Begin by reviewing the numerator and denominator, then use the shaded-model questions to connect the size of a fractional part with its written fraction. Guide students to compare fractions with the same denominator first, discuss why unit fractions with larger denominators are smaller, and then use the worksheet’s greater-than, less-than, or equal-to-1 items as independent practice.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this fraction worksheet?

Watch for students choosing 1/6 as larger than 1/8 because 6 is greater than 8, rather than recognizing that equal-size wholes are divided into different numbers of parts. Students may also reverse the numerator and denominator names, select the wrong inequality symbol, or miss that a fraction with a numerator greater than its denominator is greater than 1, while equal numerator and denominator means the fraction equals 1.

How do I assign and grade this comparing fractions worksheet?

Wayground provides this worksheet as both a printable PDF and a digital quiz, with a complete answer key for all 20 multiple-choice questions. You can assign the digital version through Wayground or print the worksheet for students, then grade printable submissions by scanning student work with the Wayground for Teachers app.

How can I differentiate this fraction comparison worksheet for my students?

In the worksheet’s Advanced Settings, adjust font spacing or choose a larger font size to make the multiple-choice comparisons and inequality symbols easier to read. You can also select a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language when those options support access to the fraction-model and greater-than-or-less-than items.

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