To solve this problem, we need to compare the fractions shown in each pair of pie charts and fill in the correct symbol: < (less than), > (greater than), or = (equal to).
Let’s go step by step:
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Problem 1:
- Left pie: 2 out of 4 slices shaded → fraction = 2/4
- Right pie: 1 out of 4 slices shaded → fraction = 1/4
→ 2/4 is greater than 1/4 →
2/4 > 1/4
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Problem 2:
- Left pie: 2 out of 8 slices shaded → 2/8
- Right pie: 7 out of 8 slices shaded → 7/8
→ 2/8 is less than 7/8 →
2/8 < 7/8
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Problem 3:
- Left pie: 1 out of 2 slices shaded → 1/2
- Right pie: 5 out of 6 slices shaded → 5/6
→ To compare, let’s think: 1/2 = 3/6, and 3/6 < 5/6 →
1/2 < 5/6
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Problem 4:
- Left pie: 4 out of 10 slices shaded → 4/10
- Right pie: 2 out of 3 slices shaded → 2/3
→ Let’s convert to common denominator or estimate:
- 4/10 = 0.4
- 2/3 ≈ 0.666...
→ 0.4 < 0.666 →
4/10 < 2/3
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Problem 5:
- Left pie: 4 out of 8 slices shaded → 4/8
- Right pie: 5 out of 12 slices shaded → 5/12
→ Simplify 4/8 = 1/2 = 6/12
→ 6/12 > 5/12 →
4/8 > 5/12
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Problem 6:
- Left pie: 2 out of 6 slices shaded → 2/6
- Right pie: 4 out of 6 slices shaded → 4/6
→ 2/6 < 4/6 →
2/6 < 4/6
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Problem 7:
- Left pie: 7 out of 12 slices shaded → 7/12
- Right pie: 1 out of 3 slices shaded → 1/3 = 4/12
→ 7/12 > 4/12 →
7/12 > 1/3
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Problem 8:
- Left pie: 4 out of 8 slices shaded → 4/8 = 1/2
- Right pie: 2 out of 3 slices shaded → 2/3
→ 1/2 = 3/6, 2/3 = 4/6 → 3/6 < 4/6 →
4/8 < 2/3
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Final Answers:
1. 2/4 > 1/4
2. 2/8 < 7/8
3. 1/2 < 5/6
4. 4/10 < 2/3
5. 4/8 > 5/12
6. 2/6 < 4/6
7. 7/12 > 1/3
8. 4/8 < 2/3
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of comparing fraction printables.