Comparing Fractions (Like Denominators)
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Prerequisites
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Practice Questions
- 4/7 ? 2/7
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- 5/8 ? 3/8
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- 5/6 ? 1/6
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- 2/3 ? 1/3
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- 3/5 ? 2/5
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Teacher Resources
Teaching Notes
Since the parts are the same size (denominator), we just compare how many parts we have (numerator).
Vocabulary
Common Mistakes
- Thinking smaller denominator means smaller fraction (not applicable here but good to address).
- Comparing denominators instead of numerators
- Ignoring the whole when comparing
- Misinterpreting greater than/less than symbols
- Assuming larger denominator means larger fraction
Differentiation
Discussion Questions
- If I have 1/4 of a pizza and you have 3/4, who has more?
- Why do we only look at the top number?
- What does the denominator tell us?
- What does the numerator tell us?
- Why are like denominators important here?
- How can you tell which fraction is larger?
Extension Activities
- War card game with fractions.
- Ordering on a number line.
Parent Tip
Ask your child which is bigger: 3/8 of a candy bar or 5/8.
Learning Path
Skill Cluster
Number Sense: Fractions
Estimated Time
10 minutes