Summary
Not all fractions are created equal, so it's important to know how to compare them! You can plot them on a number line to find out which one’s larger. Or, if the denominators match, you can look at the numerators: The larger number indicates the larger fraction. If the denominators don’t match, you'll have to rewrite one—or both—fractions so that they have a common denominator. Even a mixed number can be compared to a fraction if you rewrite it! So press "play" to learn more about comparing fractions—your understanding of the topic will be greater than it was before!
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Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Comparing Fractions:
- What is one new thing you learned about comparing fractions?
- Can you explain it to a partner in your own words?
- Where might you see this in the real world?
- What is one question you still have?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- Write one sentence explaining comparing fractions.
- Draw or give one example of your own.