2. When the denominat ors are equal simply look at the numerato rs

4. When the numerato rs are equal look at the denominat ors, the smaller the denominat or, the larger the “ pieces ”

8. Convert each fraction to a decimal or percent and compare those values

10. Find a “landmark ” fraction such as ½ and look to see if one is bigger or smaller than the landmark

12. Reduce any fractions... Maybe one of the previous strategie s will then work

14. When the numerato rs are equal look at the denominat ors, the smaller the denominat or, the larger the “ pieces ”

16. If all else fails, create equivale nt fractions with common denominat ors (C.D ’ s) and use the previous rule

17.  Create equivalent fractions that have a common denominator. Then simply compare the numerators to decide which fraction is larger.  The fraction with the larger numerator will be the larger fraction  Create equivalent fractions that have a common numerator. Then simply compare the numerators to decide which fraction is larger.  Remember, in this situation the smaller denominator is larger fraction because it has bigger “pieces". How Can We Compare Fractions?

18.  Find a landmark (0, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 1 to name just a few) then use that landmark to decide which fraction is larger.  If one fraction is greater then ½, and one fraction is less than ½ it makes for an easy comparison.  Turn each of the fractions into a decimal or percent (be consistent!) and then use those values to order the fractions.  When writing your final answer, make sure that you write the original fractions, not the decimal or percent!