standard_description: Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators, e.g., by creating common denominators or numerators, or by comparing to a benchmark fraction such as 1/2. Recognize that comparisons are valid only when the two fractions refer to the same whole. Record the results of comparisons with symbols >, =, or <, and justify the conclusions, e.g., by using a visual fraction model.
Grade 4 expectations in this domain are limited to fractions with denominators 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 100.
problem_activity: Watermelon is on sale for $4 per pound.
a.   How much would 5 pounds cost? 7.5 pounds? 12.8 pounds?
b.   Why do you think grocery stores show the price per 1 pound? How is it useful or efficient when determining the cost of differently sized watermelons?


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