Comparing fractions

Establish the same whole, then compare equal units, common endpoints or useful benchmarks.

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Grade 3 · 45 min · Paper & pencils

Compare fractions with the same denominator and the same whole.

Grade 3 · 45 min · Paper & pencils

Compare same-numerator fractions by reasoning about part size.

Grade 3 · 45 min · Paper & pencils

Recognize when different-sized wholes prevent a direct amount comparison.

Grade 4 · 45 min · Paper & pencils

Use one half as a benchmark to classify and compare fractions.

Grade 4 · 45 min · Paper & pencils

Compare unlike denominators using common units and defend the result.