The fractions below are equivalent. Explain why by using these two bar models with 4/8 shaded and 3/6 shaded.
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Question 2
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Ms. Sampson tells her class to write an equivalent fraction for 1/2. Lucy writes 3/8 and Tim writes 4/8. Which student is correct? Explain how you know.
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Question 5
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Compare the fractions with >, <, or =. Show your work.
3/9 ___1/3
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Question 6
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Compare the fractions with >, <, or =. Show your work.
2/8 ___1/3
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Question 8
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Samantha and Denise have two different sized candy bars. They both cut their candy bars in half. Denise says that their halves are equal and Samantha says they are not. Who is correct? Explain your answer by both drawing models and using words.
Question 3
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Write three equivalent fractions for the fraction 3/9. Show your work.
Question 4
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Write three equivalent fractions for the fraction 6/8. Show your work.
Question 7
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Using a bar model or number line, compare 3/8 and 4/6.
