Words to Know

Question

Write the letter of the definition next to the matching word as you work through the lesson. You may use the glossary to help you.

_ order
_ mixed number
_ benchmark
_ compare

A. a single value combining a whole number and a fractional part of a whole
B. to explain or show the similarities or differences between items or ideas
C. to arrange from least to greatest value, and vice versa
D. a value that can be used to estimate and compare fractions

Answer 1

Here are the matching letters for the definitions:

• order: C. to arrange from least to greatest value, and vice versa
• mixed number: A. a single value combining a whole number and a fractional part of a whole
• benchmark: D. a value that can be used to estimate and compare fractions
• compare: B. to explain or show the similarities or differences between items or ideas