A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as $$\frac{a}{b}$$ , where 'a' is the numerator (the part) and 'b' is the denominator (the whole).

What is the value of $$\frac{1}{2}$$ in terms of $$\frac{3}{6}$$ ?

$$\frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{6}$$ , meaning they are equivalent fractions.

Which is greater: $$\frac{3}{4}$$ or $$\frac{2}{3}$$ ?

$$\frac{3}{4}$$ is greater than $$\frac{2}{3}$$ .

What does it mean if a fraction is less than 1?

A fraction is less than 1 if its numerator is smaller than its denominator.

How do you find a fraction that is greater than $$\frac{3}{4}$$ ?

Any fraction with a numerator greater than 3 and a denominator of 4 or more will be greater than $$\frac{3}{4}$$ .

What is the value of $$\frac{6}{12}$$ ?

$$\frac{6}{12} = \frac{1}{2}$$ , meaning it is equivalent to one half.

What is the meaning of the term 'denominator'?

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

What is the meaning of the term 'numerator'?

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

How can you visualize fractions?

Fractions can be visualized using models like pie charts, number lines, or shaded areas.

What is a common mistake when comparing fractions?

A common mistake is assuming that a larger numerator means a larger fraction without considering the denominator.

Comparing Fractions Flashcards

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is a fraction?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What does it mean for two fractions to be 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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator, then compare the numerators.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Find a common denominator or convert both fractions to decimals.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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How can you tell if a fraction is greater than 1/2?

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If the numerator is greater than half of the denominator, the fraction is greater than 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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