Fraction Fun: Comparing and Understanding

• They are equal because they have the same denominator.

• They are equal because they have the same numerator.

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• The numerator tells how many parts are being considered, and the denominator tells how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

• The numerator tells how many equal parts the whole is divided into, and the denominator tells how many parts are being considered.

• Both numerator and denominator tell how many parts are being considered.

• Both numerator and denominator tell how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

Why does a fraction with a larger denominator represent a smaller part of the whole?

• Because the numerator is larger.

• Because the whole is divided into more parts, making each part smaller.

• Because the whole is divided into fewer parts, making each part larger.

• Because the numerator is smaller.

Which of the following is an improper fraction?

If you have 3 cakes and 4 people, what fraction of a cake does each person get?