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To compare fractions with the same denominator, focus on the numerators:
Therefore, the missing sign that correctly compares the two fractions is , so the correct statement is:
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\( \frac{5}{9}☐\frac{3}{9} \)
When denominators are identical, they represent the same-sized pieces! Since both fractions use ninths, you only need to ask: "Is 5 pieces bigger than 3 pieces?"
If denominators differ, you'd need to find a common denominator first, then compare numerators. But here, both are ninths, so comparison is easy!
Picture a pizza cut into 9 slices. means 5 slices, means 3 slices. Obviously, 5 slices > 3 slices!
Yes! When denominators are the same, just compare the numerators directly. The fraction with the larger numerator is always bigger.
Use the same symbol you'd use between the numerators: Since 5 > 3, then . The greater than symbol (>) points to the smaller number.
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