Use Fraction Bars to Compare Fractions With Unlike Denominators #1

Learn to like unlike denominators in this worksheet on fraction comparison! In each of the eight problems, students will be asked to compare two fractions with unlike denominators. They’ll color in the fraction bars to represent each fraction, then compare using less than, greater than, and equal to signs.

This worksheet was designed for fourth graders developing their understanding of fractions. The fraction bars give students a visual support that can clarify the value of each fraction for them. The ability to compare fractions with unlike denominators is a valuable skill that will help students as they move on to skills such as performing fraction operations with unlike denominators.

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