Comparing Fractions with Unlike Denominators
This worksheet helps students practice comparing fractions with different denominators using various methods.
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Comparing Fractions with Unlike Denominators
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. Use the provided space to show your work.
1. Which fraction is greater than 3/4?
5/8
2/3
7/8
1/2
2. To compare fractions with unlike denominators, you must first find a .
3. When comparing 1/3 and 2/5, the least common denominator is .
4. Compare the fractions 5/6 and 7/9. Explain your reasoning.
5. Use the fraction bars below to compare 1/2 and 3/4. Shade the bars to represent each fraction.
Therefore, 1/2 is 3/4.
6. When comparing fractions, the fraction with the larger numerator is always the greater fraction.
True
False
7. Order the following fractions from least to greatest: 2/3, 1/2, 5/6
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Middle
Greatest