options: Explain equivalence of fractions in special cases, and compare fractions by reasoning about their size.
Grade 3 expectations in this domain are limited to fractions with denominators 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8.

Understand a fraction 1/b as the quantity formed by 1 part when a whole is partitioned into b equal parts; understand a fraction a/b as the quantity formed by a parts of size 1/b.
Grade 3 expectations in this domain are limited to fractions with denominators 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8.

Understand a fraction as a number on the number line; represent fractions on a number line diagram.
Grade 3 expectations in this domain are limited to fractions with denominators 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8.
problem_activity: Problem 1
Fill in the blank to make the statement true.
$$\frac{3}{4}>\frac{3}{\square}$$
Problem 2
a.   Compare
$$5\over 6$$
and
$$5\over 8$$
. Use <, >, or = to record your comparison.
b.   Explain how you know your answer in Part A is correct. Draw a picture or a number line to support your reasoning.


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