Question

Austin said, “I know 1/4 is less than 1/2, so that means 3/12 is less than 1/2.” Does Austin’s reasoning make sense? Explain.

Answer 1

Yes it makes sense because the fractions are equivalent.

Answer 2

Yes, it does make sense. 1/4 is the same thing as 3/12 if you do the math. If 1/4 is less than 1/2, then 3/12 is also less than 1/2.