2/3 = 4/6 4/6 < 5/6
To compare, convert both fractions to a common denominator: 3/5 = 6/10 1/2 = 5/10 6/10 > 5/10, so 3/5 > 1/2.
1. Divide 2. Multiply (compare) 3. Subtract 4. Compare 5. Bring down 6. Start over
No, the fractions 2 over 3, and 2 over 6 the same? No, they are not the same. 2 over 6 is the same as 1 over 3. 2 over 3 is the same as 4 over 6. Smile.
(1/3) x (2/2) x (3/6) = 1/6
3 over 6 is equivalent to 1 over 2.
2/3 + 5/6 = 4/6 + 5/6 = 9/6 =3/2
2/3+5/6=4/6+5/6=9/6=3/2
-6 < 5 1/2
4/6 or 2/3
4/6 - 3/6 = 1/6
4/6 - 3/6 = 1/6