Comparing Fractions Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions involves determining which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal.

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How do you find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions you want to compare.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How can you convert fractions to have a common denominator?

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Multiply the numerator and denominator of each fraction by the necessary factors to make the denominators the same.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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How do you determine which of two fractions is larger?

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To determine which fraction is larger, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What is the process for adding fractions?

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To add fractions, they must have a common denominator. Then, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is the process for subtracting fractions?

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To subtract fractions, they must have a common denominator. Then, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.