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Using a Fraction Wall - Comparing Fractions WORKSHEET
Suitable for Grades: 4th Grade
CCSS: 4.NF.A.1, 4.NF.A.2
CCSS Description: Explain why a fraction a/b is equivalent to a fraction (n × a)/(n × b) by using visual fraction models, with attention to how the number and size of the parts differ even though the two fractions themselves are the same size. Use this principle to recognize and generate equivalent fractions.
Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators, e.g., by creating common denominators or numerators, or by comparing to a benchmark fraction such as 1/2. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions refer to the same whole. Record the results of comparisons with symbols >, =, or <, and justify the conclusions, e.g., by using a visual fraction model.
Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators, e.g., by creating common denominators or numerators, or by comparing to a benchmark fraction such as 1/2. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions refer to the same whole. Record the results of comparisons with symbols >, =, or <, and justify the conclusions, e.g., by using a visual fraction model.
Using a Fraction Wall - Comparing Fractions WORKSHEET DESCRIPTION
This worksheet is designed to help learners understand and compare fractions using a fraction wall.
It includes a visual representation of fractions, where each row represents a whole divided into different numbers of equal parts, illustrating fractions from 1/2 to 1/12.
In Section A, students use inequality symbols to compare the sizes of 17 pairs of fractions across three questions that increase in difficulty. Section B focuses on identifying which fraction in each pair is closest to 1/2, with options like 3/4 versus 2/3.
There are more resources in our series using a fraction wall, including introducing the fraction wall, finding equivalent fractions and adding fractions. See them in the related resources below.
