Comparing Fractions
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Objective
I can compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators by creating common denominators or numerators.
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Practice
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Draw two rectangles of the same size. Divide one into thirds and shade one third. Divide the other into sixths and shade two sixths. Which fraction is larger, ⅓ or ⅔? Explain how your drawing shows this.
Using fraction bars, which is greater: ⅖ or ⅓? Explain how you know.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Compare the fractions ⅗ and 7/10. Explain which fraction is larger and how you know. Compare the fractions ¼ and 2/12. Explain which fraction is larger and how you know. Compare the fractions ⅔ and ⅚. Explain which fraction is larger and how you know.”
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