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 being compared.

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What is the value of 3/10 in relation to 30/100?

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3/10 is equal to 30/100 because both represent the same part of a whole.

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How can you determine which fraction is greater: 2/3 or 5/6?

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Convert both fractions to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form to compare.

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What is the process to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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If Andy cut his cake into 12 pieces and ate 7, what fraction of the cake did he eat?

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Andy ate 7/12 of his cake.

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If Jimmy cut his cake into 8 pieces and ate 4, what fraction of the cake did he eat?

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Jimmy ate 4/8, which simplifies to 1/2 of his cake.

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Which is less: 1/3 or 2/10?

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1/3 is greater than 2/10.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.