Comparing fractions visually

Consider the fractions on the right. Which fraction has the greatest value? It is difficult, just by looking at them, to decide which fraction is the greatest.

Lets compare the two fractions visually and see which one is the gretest. Click to see the solution.

 

Sometimes we are confused by the big numbers in the denominator. Don't forget, the bigger the denominator the smaller the portion. Consider the fractions on the right. Which has the greater value?

Lets compare the two fractions visually and see which one is the gretest. Click to see the solution.

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