Compare Fractions Like Denominators

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction is a number that represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction. It shows how many parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

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When fractions have the same denominator, you compare the numerators. The larger numerator means the larger fraction.

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Which is greater: 2/3 or 1/3?

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2/3 is greater than 1/3 because 2 is greater than 1.

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Which is smaller: 1/4 or 3/4?

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1/4 is smaller than 3/4 because 1 is less than 3.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

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Two fractions are equal if they represent the same part of a whole, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you write a fraction?

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A fraction is written with a numerator on top and a denominator on the bottom, like this: a/b.

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What is the fraction for one whole?

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The fraction for one whole is 1/1.

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If you have 3/5 and 2/5, which is greater?

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3/5 is greater than 2/5 because 3 is greater than 2.

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