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Use related denominators, mixed numbers and number lines to compare fractions.
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Practise the method.
Use related denominators, mixed numbers and number lines to compare fractions.
Use related denominators, mixed numbers and number lines to compare fractions.
Example 1
Which is less: 363 or 463?
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Answer: 27
- Both mixed numbers have the same fractional part.
- The number with 3 wholes is less than the one with 4 wholes.
Example 2
Which is less: 453 or 553?
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Answer: 523
- Both mixed numbers have the same fractional part.
- The number with 4 wholes is less than the one with 5 wholes.
Example 3
What mixed number or fraction is marked P? You may enter an improper fraction.
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Answer: 523
- Each whole is divided into 5 equal intervals.
- P is 4 wholes and 53, or 523.
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