Equivalent Fractions and Comparing Fractions

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare two fractions, you can find a common denominator, convert them to equivalent fractions, and then compare the numerators. Alternatively, you can convert them to decimal form.

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What does the symbol '<' mean when comparing fractions?

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What does the symbol '>' mean when comparing fractions?

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What is the first step to find an equivalent fraction?

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To find an equivalent fraction, multiply or divide both the numerator and the denominator of the fraction by the same non-zero number.

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How can you tell if two fractions are equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they simplify to the same fraction or if cross-multiplying gives the same product.

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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, allowing them to be compared or added.

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