Mathematics·Fractions·procedural
Comparing fractions (age 10+)
Compare and order fractions including fractions greater than 1, by converting to common denominators or using benchmarks
Suggested ages 10–11
Learning journey
Your child is mastering advanced fraction operations — adding, subtracting, and multiplying fractions with different denominators, dividing with fractions, and solving real-world problems using visual models and mathematical reasoning.
Evidence of understanding
- Order 3/4, 7/8, 5/6, and 11/12 from smallest to largest
- Compare 7/5 and 4/3 using common denominators
- Place improper fractions and mixed numbers on a number line in correct order
Assessment prompt
If Comparing fractions (age 10+) needs to sort 5/3, 7/4, and 2/1 in order from smallest to biggest, can they convert them to a common denominator and order them correctly?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.