When you compare sums and differences of fractions, you find out which total or result is greater, less, or equal after adding or subtracting fractions. You must use equivalent denominators before comparing.
Always make sure fractions have the same denominator before adding, subtracting, or comparing them.
To find a sum or difference, make the denominators the same, then add or subtract the numerators while keeping the denominator unchanged.
Simplifying helps you write the fraction in its simplest form, but the value stays the same.
After finding the sums or differences, compare the results using comparison symbols: <, >, or =.
When denominators are the same, the fraction with the larger numerator is greater.
Estimation helps you check if your answers make sense. You can round fractions to benchmark numbers like 01, 12, or 11 to compare quickly.
Estimation does not give the exact answer but helps you see if your exact answer is reasonable.
Adding and subtracting fractions is useful in everyday situations like measuring, cooking, or comparing time. Knowing how to compare results helps you make better decisions.
Understanding fractions helps you compare quantities accurately in real-world situations.