Comparing Mixed Numbers Worksheet

Grade 5 Math worksheet focusing on comparing mixed numbers using various methods like number lines and fraction bars.

Grade 5 Math FractionsComparing Mixed Numbers

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Multiple ChoiceFill in the Blanks2 Short AnswerTrue / False

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CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NF.B.5.ACCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NF.B.5.B

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Comparing Mixed Numbers

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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions to compare the mixed numbers. Use the provided space to show your work.

1. Which of the following mixed numbers is greater than 3 ½?

3 ¼

3 ⅓

3 ¾

3 ⅛

2. Which statement is true?

2 ⅓ > 2 ½

1 ¾ < 1 ⅗

4 ⅕ = 4 ¼

5 ⅔ > 5 ⅖

3. When comparing mixed numbers, first compare the parts. If they are the same, then compare the parts.

4. To compare 2 ½ and 2 ¾, we convert them to improper fractions or find a denominator for their fractional parts.

5. Compare 1 ½ and 1 ⅓. Use <, >, or =. Explain your reasoning.

6. Order the following mixed numbers from least to greatest: 2 ¼, 1 ¾, 2 ½.

7. 3 ⅕ < 3 ¼

True

False

8. 4 ⅔ > 4 ⅚

True

False

9. Sarah ran 2 ⅓ miles, and Tom ran 2 ½ miles. Who ran a longer distance? Show your work.