K-5 friendly lesson
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Compare fractions
Fractions can be compared with models, number lines, and smart benchmark thinking.
Lesson 4
Concept
Fast comparison ideas: - Same denominator: bigger numerator is bigger fraction. - Same numerator: smaller denominator is bigger fraction. - Use benchmarks like 1/2 and 1. Example: 3/8 vs 5/8 → 5/8 is greater (same denominator) Example: 3/4 vs 3/5 → 3/4 is greater (same numerator, fourths are bigger pieces than fifths)
Try it
Compare with >, <, =: 1. 2/6 ___ 4/6 2. 5/8 ___ 5/10 3. 3/4 ___ 1/2 4. 7/9 ___ 7/8 5. Explain why 4/7 > 3/7.