MAFS.3.NF.1.3d
Put the numbers in order from least to greatest: 143, 107, 229, 182
What strategies did you use to put these in order? 143, 107, 229, 182 Does that same strategy work for fractions?
In order from least to greatest is:
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In the next few lessons we will also learn how to reason about fraction size. That means that we will use what we already know about fractions to compare them.
Clair Joey Since 3/4 is bigger than 4/6, Clair ran more.
Liz and Marie cut ribbon for an art project. Liz cut 3/8 of a yard of ribbon. Marie cut 3/6 of a yard of ribbon. Whose ribbon is longer? Liz Marie Since 3/6 is bigger than 3/8, Marie’s ribbon is longer.
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Use fraction tiles to answer the questions on the Practice Page.