Comparing and Ordering Fractions NF2

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

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When fractions have the same denominator, compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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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 equivalent fractions with a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What does it mean to order fractions from least to greatest?

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Ordering fractions from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order based on their value.

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What does it mean to order fractions from greatest to least?

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Ordering fractions from greatest to least means arranging them in descending order based on their value.

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How can you find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions you want to compare or add.

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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 numerator and denominator are different.

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How do you 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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What is the relationship between improper fractions and mixed numbers?

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An improper fraction has a numerator larger than its denominator, while a mixed number combines a whole number and a proper fraction.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.