Unit 6, Lesson 22-- Comparing Fractions Using a Number Line

Lesson 22-- Comparing Fractions Using a Number Line

Introduction

Hello Mathematicians! Today we will be learning about how to compare fractions using number lines. 

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Interactive Visual

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Interactive

Part 1 Directions:

• In the interactive below, compare the fractions using the number lines.

Part 2 Directions:

• Some students ran on a trail at a park. Compare the distance the two students ran. 
• Choose a strategy to solve.  You can use number lines if they are helpful to you.

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In Your Math Notebook

Let’s get out our math notebook and  work through the following application problem. Make sure you read the problem carefully, draw a picture to match your thinking and write an answer with numbers and words.

Read, Draw, Write, DONE!

R (Read the problem carefully.) Rose is training for a marathon.  On Monday, she ran ¾ of a mile.  On Wednesday, she ran ½ of a mile.  On Thursday, she ran ⅝ of a mile.  On which day did she run the furthest? D (Draw a picture.) W (Write an answer with numbers and words.)

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