Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

Back

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 two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to have a common denominator, then compare the numerators.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equivalent?

Back

Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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Compare: 1/4 _____ 1/3

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Compare: 3/8 _____ 2/3

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What is the value of 3/6 in simplest form?

Back

1/2

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Compare: 3/10 _____ 3/6

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What is a common denominator?

Back

A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to compare or add them.

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How can you tell which fraction is larger: 1/2 or 3/5?

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Convert both fractions to a common denominator or convert them to decimals to compare.

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What is the first step in comparing fractions?

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Identify if the fractions have the same denominator; if not, find a common denominator.