Jeff wrote a sentence using the fractions 3/4 and 3/6
“The numerators of 3/4 and 3/6 are equal, and 6 is more than 4, so 3/6 is greater.”
Jeff is incorrect in his reasoning.
• Explain why Jeff is incorrect in his reasoning about the size of the fractions.
• Write a correct comparison for 3/4 and 3/6 using <, >, or =.
• Explain why your reasoning is correct. Write your answer and your explanations in the space provided.