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Compare with same bottom
When the bottom number is the same, the bigger top is bigger. 3/8 < 5/8.
3/8 < 5/8
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Compare with same top
When the top is the same, the SMALLER bottom is bigger. 1/4 > 1/8.
1/4 > 1/8
3
Simplify
Divide top and bottom by the same number until it can't go further.
4/8 → 2/4 → 1/2
4
Add same-bottom fractions
Add the tops, keep the bottom. 1/4 + 2/4 = 3/4.
1/4 + 2/4 = 3/4
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Fraction of a number
1/2 of 10 = 5. 3/4 of 12 = 9. Divide by the bottom, multiply by the top.
3/4 of 12 = (12÷4)×3 = 9