Learn to compare fractions using visual models, number lines, and common denominators through interactive activities.
You and your friends are sharing pizzas. You get 2/3 of one pizza, and your friend gets 2/5 of another pizza. Who got more pizza? Let's compare these fractions!
Pizza Comparison Challenge
Master fraction comparison through interactive activities and visual models
Same denominator
Larger numerator = larger fraction
Example: 3/4 > 1/4
Same numerator
Smaller denominator = larger fraction
Example: 2/3 > 2/5
Different both
Use visual models or number lines
Example: 3/4 vs 1/2
Fraction circles
Shade parts to compare visually
Number lines
Plot fractions to see which is larger
Bar models
Draw bars to compare lengths
Cross multiply
For more advanced comparisons
1/2 vs 1/4: 1/2 > 1/4 (same numerator, smaller denominator)
2/3 vs 2/5: 2/3 > 2/5 (same numerator, smaller denominator)
3/4 vs 1/2: 3/4 > 1/2 (different numerators and denominators)
1/3 vs 2/3: 1/3 < 2/3 (same denominator, larger numerator)
From least to greatest:
1/4, 1/2, 3/4
From greatest to least:
3/4, 1/2, 1/4
Mixed fractions:
1/3, 2/5, 1/2, 3/4