Word Problems Prerequisite: Use Benchmark Fractions Study the example problem showing comparing numbers by using the benchmark fraction. Then solve problems 1-5. Example Ricci and his brother Lorenzo both have to practice for an upcoming karate tournament. Ricd practices for hour, and Lorenzo practices for hour. Which brother practices for a longer time? Compare both numbers to the benchmark fraction Hi 0 Look at the number line. It shows that is less than and is greater than So, and Lorenzo practices for a longer time. 1 Use the number line in the example problem to compare each fraction below to Write each fraction in the correct box. Less than Equal to Greater than Lolo Lun 11 Added Subtra Currem Amodate LLC Copying is not permited