Number and operations

3.3(H)

Which Fraction Is Bigger?

Compare two fractions having the same numerator or denominator in problems by reasoning about their sizes and justifying the conclusion using symbols, words, objects, and pictorial models.

Part of The student applies mathematical process standards to represent and explain fractional units

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Intro

Comparing Fractions

You will learn to compare two fractions and justify your answer using symbols, words, objects, and pictures. To compare means to decide which is bigger, which is smaller, or if they are equal. The symbols are greater than (>), less than (<), and equal to (=).