Equivalent, Comparing, and Ordering Fractions Review

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same part of a whole as another fraction, even though the numbers may be different. For example, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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To find equivalent fractions, you can multiply or divide the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same number. For example, for 1/3, multiplying both by 2 gives 2/6.

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions means determining which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal. This can be done by finding a common denominator or converting them to decimals.

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How do you order fractions from least to greatest?

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To order fractions from least to greatest, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator or convert them to decimals, then arrange them in ascending order.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a number that is a multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions. It allows you to compare or add fractions easily.

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

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1/3 is greater than 1/4 because when both fractions are converted to a common denominator (12), 1/4 becomes 3/12 and 1/3 becomes 4/12.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple (LCM) is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share. It is often used to find a common denominator for fractions.

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How can you tell if two fractions are equal?

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Two fractions are equal if they simplify to the same value or if their cross-products are equal. For example, 2/4 and 1/2 are equal because 2 x 2 = 4 x 1.

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What is the fraction 3/4 compared to 2/4?

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3/4 is greater than 2/4 because the numerator 3 is larger than the numerator 2 when the denominators are the same.

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What does it mean for a fraction to be in simplest form?

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A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1. For example, 4/8 can be simplified to 1/2.