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Comparing by Finding a Common Denominator Worksheet with Answer Key

7 problems on comparing fractions with a common denominator: shaded strips, greater than and less than signs, a puzzle word problem, comparing with a common numerator, ordering kitten weights, fractions between, and checking Ryan's cross products. 2 pages, with a worked answer key.

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  1. Name the shaded part of each strip, rename with a common denominator and say which is more.
  2. Write less than, greater than or equal after renaming both fractions to a common denominator:
  3. Word problem: who has finished more of the puzzle, Leah or Arjun?
  4. Compare 4 sevenths and 12 twenty-thirds using a common numerator and say why it is quicker.
  5. Order the three kitten weights from lightest to heaviest.
  6. Find a fraction between 2 thirds and 3 fourths using denominators of 12 and 24.
  7. Check Ryan's cross products comparison of 5 sixths and 6 sevenths.

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