Equivalent Fractions/Comparing Fractions

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numbers in the fractions are 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, multiplying 1/2 by 2 gives you 2/4.

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Which fraction is equivalent to 3/6?

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6/12 is equivalent to 3/6 because both fractions represent the same value.

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions means determining which fraction is greater, less than, or equal to another fraction.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is >.

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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The symbol for 'less than' is <.

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What is the symbol for 'equal to'?

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The symbol for 'equal to' is =.

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If 1/2 is compared to 3/8, which is greater?

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1/2 is greater than 3/8.

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Which fraction is greater: 2/4 or 3/4?

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3/4 is greater than 2/4.