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Chapter 4    Fractions, Part 2

4-4    Comparing Fractions

 

When comparing two fractions that have a common denominator, the fraction with the larger numerator is the larger fraction.

Examples:

1.    Which is larger, 3/8 or 1/8 ?
  • Denominators are the same.
  • The numerator of 3/8 is larger than the numerator of 1/8.

So 3/8 > 1/8

2.    Which is larger, 3/16 or 5/16 ?
  • Denominators are the same.
  • The numerator of 5/16 is larger than the numerator of 3/16.

So 5/16 > 3/16

3.    Which is larger, 5/64 or 7/64 ?
  • Denominators are the same.
  • The numerator of 7/64 is larger than the numerator of 5/64.

So 7/64 > 5/64

 

Procedure

When two fractions do not have the same denominator:

  1. Adjust the fractions so that they have a common denominator.
  2. Compare the numerators.

 

 

 

Comparing Mixed Fractions

 

 

Author: David L. Heiserman
Publisher: SweetHaven Publishing Services

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