Math STAAR Review 3.3H Fractions (Comparison)

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What is a fraction?

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions involves determining which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal. This can be done by finding a common denominator or using models.

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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. It allows for easy comparison or addition of fractions.

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How can number lines help in comparing fractions?

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Number lines visually represent fractions, making it easier to see which fraction is larger or smaller based on their positions on the line.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equivalent?

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is the relationship between the size of the denominator and the size of the fraction?

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What is the significance of shading in fraction models?

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Shading in fraction models helps visualize the part of the whole that is represented by the fraction, making it easier to compare different fractions.

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How can fraction strips be used to compare fractions?

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Fraction strips are physical or visual representations of fractions that can be lined up to easily compare their sizes.