Choose a numerator and a denominator and see the fraction drawn as a pizza and as a bar. Add a second fraction to compare them and see which is bigger, or whether they are equivalent.
Teachers can put it on the board to show halves, thirds, quarters and equivalent fractions in class.
How to use it
- Set the top and bottom numbers of Fraction A with the sliders.
- Set Fraction B the same way.
- Compare the pictures and read which fraction is bigger or whether they are equal.
Skills practised
For Grades 2–5.
- Understanding numerators and denominators
- Comparing fractions
- Equivalent fractions and simplest form
Frequently asked questions
What are equivalent fractions?
Fractions that show the same amount, such as 1/2, 2/4 and 4/8. The visualizer shows them shading exactly the same area.
How do you compare two fractions?
Draw them the same size, or multiply each numerator by the other denominator and compare the results.