Instructions
To compare fractions with unlike denominators, follow these steps: 1. Find a common denominator by calculating the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators. 2. Convert both fractions to equivalent fractions with this common denominator. 3. Compare the numerators to determine which fraction is larger. Complete the following problems:
1. Compare 3/4 and 5/6.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 3/4 = ________, 5/6 = ________
2. Compare 2/5 and 3/7.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 2/5 = ________, 3/7 = ________
3. Compare 1/2 and 4/8.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 1/2 = ________, 4/8 = ________
4. Compare 5/8 and 7/12.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 5/8 = ________, 7/12 = ________
5. Compare 3/6 and 4/9.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 3/6 = ________, 4/9 = ________
6. Compare 7/10 and 5/8.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 7/10 = ________, 5/8 = ________
7. Compare 2/3 and 5/9.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 2/3 = ________, 5/9 = ________
8. Compare 4/6 and 3/4.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 4/6 = ________, 3/4 = ________
9. Compare 5/12 and 7/16.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 5/12 = ________, 7/16 = ________
10. Compare 1/3 and 2/5.
- LCM:
- After finding LCM: 1/3 = ________, 2/5 = ________
Please check your work to ensure all steps are complete.