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How to Compare Fractions with Different Denominators

How do you determine which fraction is greater when the numerators are the same?

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When the numerators are the same, the fraction with the smaller denominator is greater because it represents a larger part of the whole.

How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator by multiplying each fraction by the denominator of the other fraction. This gives you equivalent fractions with the same denominator, making it easy to compare the numerators to determine which fraction is greater.

What is the process to find common denominators for the fractions 3/4 and 4/5?

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To find common denominators for 3/4 and 4/5, multiply 3/4 by 5/5 and 4/5 by 4/4. This results in 15/20 and 16/20, respectively.

How can you tell which fraction is greater when the denominators are the same?

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When the denominators are the same, you can compare the numerators directly. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

Is 4/5 greater than 3/4?

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Yes, 4/5 is greater than 3/4. This can be confirmed by finding a common denominator or by converting the fractions to decimals.

How do you find common denominators for the fractions 5/7 and 6/6?

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To find common denominators for 5/7 and 6/6, multiply 5/7 by 6/6 and 6/6 by 7/7. This results in 30/42 and 42/42, respectively.

Which fraction is greater, 5/6 or 6/7?

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6/7 is greater than 5/6. This can be determined by finding common denominators or by converting the fractions to decimals.

How do you compare the fractions 5/9 and 4/7?

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To compare 5/9 and 4/7, find a common denominator by multiplying 5/9 by 7/7 and 4/7 by 9/9. This results in 35/63 and 36/63, respectively.

Is 4/7 greater than 5/9?

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Yes, 4/7 is greater than 5/9. This can be confirmed by finding common denominators or by converting the fractions to decimals.

What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 3/4 is 0.75.

What is the decimal equivalent of 4/5?

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The decimal equivalent of 4/5 is 0.8.

How can you use a calculator to compare fractions?

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You can use a calculator to divide the numerator by the denominator of each fraction to get the decimal equivalents. Then, compare the decimals to determine which fraction is greater.

Why is it easier to compare fractions with the same denominator?

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It is easier to compare fractions with the same denominator because you only need to compare the numerators, which represent the parts of the whole. When the denominators are the same, each part is of equal size.

What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a number that is the same for two or more fractions. It allows you to compare or add/subtract fractions easily.

How do you multiply fractions to find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator by multiplying fractions, multiply the numerator and denominator of one fraction by the denominator of the other fraction. Do the same for the other fraction.

Can you compare fractions without finding a common denominator?

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Yes, you can compare fractions without finding a common denominator by converting them to decimals using a calculator.

Why is it important to be able to compare fractions?

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It is important to be able to compare fractions because it is a fundamental skill in mathematics used in various applications, such as cooking, construction, and everyday problem-solving.

How do you determine which fraction is greater when the numerators are the same?

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When the numerators are the same, the fraction with the smaller denominator is greater because it represents a larger part of the whole.

How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator by multiplying each fraction by the denominator of the other fraction. This gives you equivalent fractions with the same denominator, making it easy to compare the numerators to determine which fraction is greater.

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