In a previous lesson, you learned how to draw fractions on number lines.Ā
Now you can use your number line skills to compare fractions!
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Comparing fractions means seeing which is larger or smaller.
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā A fraction is larger if it's farther from 0 on the number line.
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā A fraction is smaller if it's closer to 0 on the number line.
Let's learn from an example.
These are the number line models for halves and thirds.
The number lines show that 1/2 is farther from 0 than 1/3.
This means that 1/2 is greater than 1/3!
You can also see that 2/3 is farther from 0 than 1/2 or 1/3.
This means 2/3 is greater than 1/2 or 1/3.
Compare these two fractions. š
Which fraction is bigger: 2/3 or 3/4?
First, draw a number line model for 2/3.
Next, draw the number line model for 3/4 . Place it under the number line model for 2/3.
Tip: Make sure the number lines are of the same length.
Which fraction is farther from 0? š¤
That's right, 3/4 is farther from 0 than 2/3. š
This means that 3/4 is greater than 2/3.
Great job! š
Now, complete the practice. šŖ You'll learn more and remember for longer.