When we compare we want to determine whether the
fractions are equivalent, or if one is greater than the other.
fractions are equivalent, or if one is greater than the other.
Comparing Fractions When the denominators and
numerators are different
numerators are different
Symbols are use when comparing fractions. These
symbols are.
symbols are.
< less than
> greater than
Create a new fractions with the same denominator. This
makes them easy to compare.
makes them easy to compare.
Find the least common multiple ( LCD )
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3/8
5/8
3/8
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| Example: |
Compare the fraction 2/4 and 4/6 which is larger ?
12 is the least common multiple of 4 and 6.
Use 12 for the common denominator.
2/4 x 3/3 = 6/12
4/6 x 2/2 = 8/12
5/8 is more than 3/8, so 3/8 is less than 5/8
Now that we have two fractions with the same denominators, we
know that the fraction with the largest numerator is bigger.
know that the fraction with the largest numerator is bigger.
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4/6
2/4
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Comparing Fractions With Unlike Denominators
Example
Answer is
4/6
2/4
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