Comparing Fractions Review

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Mariella shaded three fraction models that represent fractions. Which shows the fractions in order from greatest to least?

Answer explanation

Tip: make sure you read the question carefully!

What is the order of the fractions shown from least to greatest?

Answer explanation

Tip: Determine what each model's fraction is, then put them in order

DeAndre made several desserts and listed the amount of oil (in cups) needed for each recipe. Which of the following shows he amount of oil needed per recipe from greatest to least?

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  cookie,

  pie,

  brownie

• pie,

  cookie,

  brownie,

  cake

• cake,

  brownie,

  cookie,

  pie

• brownie,

  cake,

  cookie,

  pie

Answer explanation

Put the fractions on a number line, remembering:

6/8 is close to 1 whole

3/6 = 1/2

1/3 and 2/10 should both be between 0 and 1/2 {2/10 should be closest to 0}

Which number sentence about the fractions is true?

Answer explanation

Always determine what the fractions represent FIRST. This will help you eliminate wrong answers!

Which number line shows the fractions placed correctly?

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Tip: use the pictures to help you!

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Remember, to be equal to 1/2, the numerator must be EXACTLY HALF of the denominator!

Use the number line to help you select the answer with only true statements.

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Answer explanation

Use the number line to help you!

Crew walks 4/6 of a mile to school. Max walks 2/6 of a mile. Which statement correctly explains who walks further to get to school?

• Crew walks further because 4/6 > 2/6.

• Max walks further because 2/6 < 4/6 .

• Crew walks further because 4/6 < 2/6.

• Max walks further because 2/6 > 4/6.