Comparing Fractions: Key Concepts and Strategies

The video tutorial introduces the concept of comparing fractions by finding common denominators. It begins with a simple comparison of fractions using visual models and then explains how to find common denominators through multiplication. Several examples are provided, including comparing fractions of cookies, brownies, and a real-world scenario involving candy. The tutorial emphasizes understanding common multiples and equivalent fractions to determine which fraction is greater.

Which fraction is visually larger, 3/4 of a cookie or 4/6 of a cookie?

• Cannot determine visually

• Both are equal

• 4/6

• 3/4

What is a common multiple of 4 and 6?

• 36

• 12

• 24

• 18

After adjusting to a common denominator, which fraction is greater: 9/12 or 8/12?

• Cannot be determined

• 9/12

• 8/12

• Both are equal

What common denominator can be used for fractions 2/4 and 6/8?

• 8

• 32

• 4

• 16

Which fraction is smaller after finding a common denominator: 4/8 or 6/8?

• Both are equal

• 6/8

• 4/8

• Cannot be determined

What is the product of 5 and 7, used for finding a common denominator?

• 35

• 25

• 45

• 30

Which fraction is greater: 21/35 or 20/35?

• 21/35

• 20/35

• Both are equal

• Cannot be determined

If Vince ate 3/8 of his candy and Juanita ate 5/16, who ate more after finding a common denominator?

• Vince

• Juanita

• Both ate the same amount

• Cannot be determined

What is the equivalent fraction of 3/8 when converted to a denominator of 16?

• 12/16

• 3/16

• 9/16

• 6/16

Comparing 6/16 and 5/16, which is greater?

• Both are equal

• 5/16

• Cannot be determined

• 6/16