Comparing Mixed Numbers

I can compare mixed numbers with like or unlike denominators using greater than (>), less than (<), or equal to (=).

Always start by looking at the whole number.

If they're different, the mixed number with the larger whole number is greater.

If they're different, the mixed number with the larger whole number is greater.

If they're the same (or equal), compare the fractions.

If they're the same (or equal), compare the fractions.

If they're the same (or equal), compare the fractions.

If they're the same (or equal), compare the fractions.

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If they're the same (or equal), compare the fractions.

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If they're the same (or equal), compare the fractions.

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Take the improper fraction and turn it into a mixed number.

Take the improper fraction and turn it into a mixed number.

Now compare the mixed numbers.

Start with the whole numbers.

Now compare the mixed numbers.

Start with the whole numbers.