Greater Than or Less Than problems with Fractions

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In the produced worksheet, kids will solve greater than or less than problems with fractions
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Denominators to use (denominators 2, 3, 4 will be available in every produced sheet)

 5
 6
 7
 8
 9
 10
 11
 12

  Include problems with negative numbers.

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About this worksheet

Suits Years 3 to 5

Two fractions, one sign to choose: three quarters against two thirds, a half against three fifths.

The reliable routes: same denominator, compare tops; same numerator, the SMALLER denominator wins because pieces are bigger; otherwise compare both to a half or make the denominators match.

How to make your worksheet

  1. Give the sheet a title, or keep the one suggested.
  2. Choose how many worksheets to print.
  3. Press Generate and print. Answers included.

Every press of Generate lays out a fresh sheet, ready to print on A4.

Common questions

Why is ⅓ bigger than ¼ when 4 beats 3?

Cut a cake into three or into four: fewer cuts, bigger slices. The denominator counts the cuts, so bigger bottom means smaller piece. One cake picture beats any rule.

What is the half test?

Compare each fraction to a half: ⅜ is under a half, ⅗ is over, done, no common denominators needed. It settles a surprising share of comparisons instantly.