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4.56 Compare Fractions Using Benchmark Fractions Worksheet

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This Grade 4 Math worksheet provides structured practice on 4.56 Compare Fractions Using Benchmark Fractions. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Given two fractions, select which fraction is greater by comparing to a benchmark such as 1/2 or 1. (CCSS 4.NF.A.2)

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Grade 4

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Math

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Math Curriculum

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery
A final challenge compares 17/30 and 9/16. Both are above 1/2. Which fraction is greater?
A9/16 is greater because it has the larger denominator
BThe fractions are equal because both are fractions
CThe benchmark 1/2 cannot be used to compare them
D17/30 is greater because it is farther above 1/2
Solution & Explanation:Both fractions are greater than 1/2. 17/30 is 1/15 above 1/2, and 9/16 is 1/16 above 1/2. Since 1/15 is the larger amount above 1/2, 17/30 is greater.
Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery
Which student gives the correct benchmark explanation for 13/22 and 7/12?
AStudent Zoe is correct: 7/12 is greater because it has more denominator parts
BStudent Nia is correct: the fractions are equal because neither is a whole number
CStudent Dia is correct: 13/22 is greater because it is farther above 1/2
DStudent Max is correct: a benchmark cannot help with this pair
Solution & Explanation:Both fractions are greater than 1/2. 13/22 is 1/11 above 1/2, and 7/12 is 1/12 above 1/2. Since 1/11 is the larger amount above 1/2, 13/22 is greater.
Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery
A fraction bar pair shows 11/18 and 3/5 above 1/2. Which shaded amount is greater?
A11/18 shaded
B3/5 shaded
CBoth amounts are equal
DThe amounts cannot be compared
Solution & Explanation:Both fractions are greater than 1/2. 11/18 is 1/9 above 1/2, and 3/5 is 1/10 above 1/2. Since 1/9 is the larger amount above 1/2, 11/18 is greater.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 4 Math students. It aligns with educational standard 4.NF.A.2 (Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS 4.NF.A.2. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Given two fractions, select which fraction is greater by comparing to a benchmark such as 1/2 or 1. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS 4.NF.A.2. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.).

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