Comparing Fractions with Different Denominators
9th Grade · Math · 20 min· Es.4.nf.1
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Learning Objective
I can compare fractions with unlike denominators by finding a common denominator.
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Comparing fractions means determining which fraction is bigger in value.
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One method for comparing fractions is called cross-multiplying, which involves multiplying the top number of each fraction by the bottom number of the other fraction.
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Another method for comparing fractions is to convert each fraction to its decimal value by doing division and then comparing the decimal values.
