Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a 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 or convert them to decimals.

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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.

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If 1/2 is compared to 2/3, which is greater?

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2/3 is greater than 1/2.

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What is the first step in comparing fractions?

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Find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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If Josh has used 2/7 of his gasoline and Laura has used 7/9, who used more?

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Laura used more gasoline.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equivalent?

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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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Are 2/4 and 4/8 equivalent fractions?

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Yes, 2/4 and 4/8 are equivalent fractions.

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