Comparing Fractions
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Objective
I can determine which of two fractions is greater than, less than, or equal to each other.
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Practice
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Explain in your own words why it's not always easy to compare fractions just by looking at them.
Use cross-multiplication to determine which fraction is greater: ⅖ or ⅓. Show your work.
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Compare the fractions ⁵/₇ and ⁷/₁₀. Which fraction is greater? Show your work. Compare the fractions ⁴/₉ and ³/₇. Which fraction is greater? Show your work. ”
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