Lesson: Comparing Proper Fractions Mathematics • 4th Grade

In this lesson, we will learn how to compare two proper fractions by converting them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator.

Lesson Plan

Students will be able to

list multiples to find the common denominator of a pair of fractions,
convert two fractions so that they have a common denominator and then compare them,
compare two fractions with the same numerator.

Lesson Video

Lesson Playlist

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Lesson Worksheet

Q1:

William and Michael were playing darts. William made 10 out of 16 shots, and Michael missed 6 out of 20 shots. Who is better at throwing darts?

Q2:

Given that Natalie spends of her salary to commute to work and of her salary to buy food, determine whether she spends more money on transportation or food.

Q3:

Complete using or .