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ND State Standard
4.NO.NF.5 Compare and order fractions having unlike numerators and denominators. Record comparisons using the symbols >, <, and =. Justify using a visual fraction model (proper and improper fractions limited to denominators of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12 , and 100).

Apply a flexible understanding of both vertical and horizontal orientation.

Goal:

• Build as few fractions as possible to satisfy each constraint at least once.

Constraints:

• • Equivalent to 1/4.

  • Is closer to 1 than 1/2.

  • Has a denominator greater than 6.

  • Is less than 1/2.

  • Is greater than 3/4.

  • Has a numerator less than 4.

Make sure that you are showing all your work for each step, do not turn your fractions into decimals, I want to see your fractional work as you showcase both fractions for each constraint.

• Justify how and why you built each statement by using visual fraction models such as fraction bars or fraction circles from our master manipulative list.

• Be sure to identify which statements satisfy which constraints by also including comparitive symbols <, >, =.

• Which constraints pair nicely?

• Which constraints cannot be paired?

• Is it possible to solve all constraints using 2, 3, or 4 fraction statements?