Mathematics GCSE
part to part comparison
What part to part comparison means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of part to part comparison
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
A fraction comparing one share with another rather than with the whole, such as red being 3/5 of the number of blue.
Topics that use part to part comparison
- Number - Fractions, decimals and percentages (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- algebraic subtraction method
- denominator
- equivalent fractions
- Equivalent ratios
- Exact value
- Fraction to decimal conversion
- fractions as operators
- increase and decrease
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