Comparing Fractions on a Number Line/Using Benchmarks

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction and represents how many parts we have.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction and represents the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare two fractions, you can find a common denominator or use a number line to see which fraction is further to the right.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is a benchmark fraction?

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A benchmark fraction is a simple fraction like 0, 1/2, or 1 that can help you compare other fractions.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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Which is greater: 2/3 or 2/5?

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2/3 is greater than 2/5.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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Which is greater: 3/5 or 3/7?

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3/5 is greater than 3/7.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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Which is smaller: 1/4 or 1/6?

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1/6 is smaller than 1/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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Which is greater: 5/8 or 5/9?

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5/8 is greater than 5/9.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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Which is greater: 3/4 or 3/8?

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3/4 is greater than 3/8.

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