Comparing Fractions
Comparing Fractions: Overview
This topic explains how we can compare two fractions and identify which one is smaller or bigger. This can be done by observing the denominator of a fraction.
Important Questions on Comparing Fractions
In the picture given below, each strip of equal length has some shaded part. Write the fraction shown by the shaded part of the strip.

In the picture given below, each strip of equal length has some shaded part. Write the fraction shown by the shaded part of the strip.
In the answer is , then write the value of in the answer box.

In the picture given below, each strip of equal length has some shaded part. Write the fraction shown by the shaded part of the strip.
If the answer is , then write the value of in the answer box.

In the picture given below, each strip of equal length has some shaded part. Write the fraction shown by the shaded part of the strip.

You have a fruit. Using that fruit, how will you explain to your friend that ?

Which is the smaller fraction, or ? Why?

As the denominator of the fractions with numerator keeps increasing, what happens to the value of the fractions?

Look at the pictures and fractions written in the box and answer the following question.
Which is the bigger fraction, or ?

Look at the picture and fractions written in the box and answer the given question.
Which is the smaller fraction, or ?

Look at the pictures and fractions written in the box and answer the following question.
If and , which fraction is smaller ?
