Comparing Fractions - Same Numerator

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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To compare fractions means to determine which fraction is greater, smaller, or if they are equal.

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When comparing fractions with the same numerator, which fraction is greater?

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The fraction with the smaller denominator is greater.

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What is a numerator?

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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 a denominator?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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If you have the fractions 1/4 and 1/6, which is greater?

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1/4 is greater than 1/6 because it has a smaller denominator.

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How do you compare 2/5 and 2/8?

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2/5 is greater than 2/8 because it has a smaller denominator.

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What symbol do you use to show that one fraction is less than another?

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The symbol '<' is used to show that one fraction is less than another.

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What symbol do you use to show that one fraction is greater than another?

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The symbol '>' is used to show that one fraction is greater than another.

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

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The symbol '=' means that the two fractions are equal.

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If two fractions have the same numerator, how do you determine which is smaller?

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The fraction with the larger denominator is smaller.