How does understanding equivalent fractions and their comparisons enhance our mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills?
Critical Thinking: Use understanding of equivalent fractions and comparisons to solve complex problems.
Learner’s Mindset: Approach learning about fractions with curiosity and openness, recognizing their practical applications.
Communication: Effectively articulate the process of finding equivalent fractions and comparing them.
What makes two fractions equivalent?
How can we determine which of two fractions is greater?
In what ways does understanding fractions help us in real-life situations?
Students will identify and generate equivalent fractions, demonstrating understanding through visual models.
Students will compare fractions by reasoning about their size.
Students will apply their knowledge of fractions to solve problems and make decisions in everyday contexts.
Standard
3.NF.A.3: Understand equivalent fractions in special cases, and compare fractions by reasoning about their size.
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