Comparing Fractions on a Number Line/Using Benchmarks

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What is a fraction?

Back

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 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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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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How do you compare fractions?

Back

To compare 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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What is a benchmark fraction?

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Benchmark fractions are common fractions like 0, 1/2, and 1 that help us estimate and compare other fractions.

Front

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

Back

1/2 is greater than 1/3.

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

Back

2/5 is smaller than 2/3.

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Which is smaller: 5/7 or 5/12?

Back

5/12 is smaller than 5/7.

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Which is greater: 4/9 or 4/11?

Back

4/9 is greater than 4/11.

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Which is greater: 5/6 or 5/10?

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5/6 is greater than 5/10.