Number- Ordering Fractions
Topic: Ordering Fractions There are shortcuts to comparing fractions with similar numerators and similar denominators. When 2 fractions have the same numerator, just compare denominators. The bigger the denominator, the smaller the fraction.Remember: The bigger the denominator, the more parts the whole is split into, so each piece is smaller. When 2 fractions have the same denominator, just compare numerators. The bigger the numerator, the bigger the fraction.
If fractions don't have the same numerator or denominator, find equivalent fractions that have either the same numerator or denominator.
Watch the video below to learn how to order fractions 1.
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