Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, consisting of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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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 value, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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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 or convert them to decimal form.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How can you find a missing number in an equivalent fraction?

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To find a missing number in an equivalent fraction, set up a proportion and cross-multiply to solve for the unknown.

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What is the relationship between 2/3 and 5/6?

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To compare 2/3 and 5/6, convert 2/3 to 4/6. Therefore, 4/6 < 5/6, meaning 5/6 is greater.

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What does it mean when a fraction is greater than another fraction?

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A fraction is greater than another fraction if it represents a larger part of a whole.

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What is the process to convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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How do you determine if a fraction is less than or greater than 1?

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A fraction is less than 1 if the numerator is smaller than the denominator, and greater than 1 if the numerator is larger than the denominator.