Comparing Fractions Calculator
Compare two fractions to find which is larger. The calculator converts both to a common denominator and compares the numerators, showing the working.
2/3 is less than 3/4
Step-by-step working
Find a common denominator
Convert both fractions to the same denominator to compare them directly.
Convert the fractions
Both fractions now have denominator 12, so we can compare their numerators.
Compare the numerators
8 is less than 9, so the second fraction is larger.
Result:3/4 is greater
Worked examples
2/3 vs 3/4
- 1LCD(3,4): = 12
- 2Convert: 8/12 vs 9/12
- 3Compare: 8 < 9
5/6 vs 7/8
- 1LCD(6,8): = 24
- 2Convert: 20/24 vs 21/24
- 3Compare: 20 < 21
3/4 vs 6/8
- 1LCD(4,8): = 8
- 2Convert: 6/8 vs 6/8
- 3Compare: 6 = 6
Frequently asked questions
How do you compare two fractions?+
Convert both fractions to a common denominator, then compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is the greater fraction.
How do you compare fractions quickly?+
Cross-multiply: multiply each numerator by the other denominator and compare the products.
Which is bigger, 2/3 or 3/4?+
3/4 is larger. Converting to a common denominator: 2/3 = 8/12 and 3/4 = 9/12. Since 9 > 8, 3/4 > 2/3.
How do you order fractions from smallest to largest?+
Convert all fractions to a common denominator, then order by numerator. Alternatively, convert to decimals and order numerically.