Comparing and Ordering Fractions

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What does the fraction 2/3 represent?

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2 parts out of 3 equal parts of a whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

Back

Convert them to have a common denominator or convert to decimals.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the first step in ordering fractions?

Back

Find a common denominator or convert to decimals.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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Which is greater: 1/2 or 3/8?

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1/2 is greater than 3/8.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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'>' means 'is greater than'.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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'<' means 'is less than'.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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How can you tell if two fractions are equal?

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If they represent the same part of a whole.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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What is a proper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is an improper fraction?

Back

A fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1