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Ordering fractions

Use a common denominator so that every fraction is measured in equal-sized parts.

  • Use a common denominator so that every fraction is measured in equal-sized parts.
  • The lowest common multiple of the denominators usually keeps the numbers smallest.
  • Order the new numerators, but write your final list using the original fractions.

Example 1

Put these fractions in ascending order (smallest first).

Use a common denominator of 30.Use a common denominator of 30.Use a common denominator of 30.

Example 2

Put these fractions in ascending order (smallest first).

Use a common denominator of 42.Use a common denominator of 42.Use a common denominator of 42.

Remember
Use the worked steps to check your method, not just the final answer.

Your turn

Question 1

Put these fractions in ascending order (smallest first).

Check answer
Use a common denominator of 56.Use a common denominator of 56.Use a common denominator of 56.
Question 2

Put these fractions in ascending order (smallest first).

Check answer
Use a common denominator of 72.Use a common denominator of 72.Use a common denominator of 72.
Question 3

Put these fractions in ascending order (smallest first).

Check answer
Use a common denominator of 90.Use a common denominator of 90.Use a common denominator of 90.
Question 4

Put these fractions in ascending order (smallest first).

Check answer
Use a common denominator of 110.Use a common denominator of 110.Use a common denominator of 110.
Question 5

Put these fractions in ascending order (smallest first).

Check answer
Use a common denominator of 132.Use a common denominator of 132.Use a common denominator of 132.
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