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This lesson covers fraction word problems. Students learn to solve word problems that involve comparing fractions or comparing mixed numbers. For example: 3/5 of the visitors to the museum come during the week, and 4/10 come during the weekend. When does the museum get more visitors, during the week or during the weekend?