Rational Numbers Math Example 3

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easy

Which is greater:

\frac{5}{8}

\frac{3}{5}

1
Find a common denominator (40): $\frac{5}{8} = \frac{25}{40}$ and $\frac{3}{5} = \frac{24}{40}$ .
2
Compare numerators: $25 > 24$ , so $\frac{5}{8} > \frac{3}{5}$ .

Answer

\frac{5}{8}

To compare fractions, rewrite them with a common denominator and compare numerators directly.

About Rational Numbers

Numbers that can be expressed as a ratio of two integers ( $\frac{a}{b}$ where $b \neq 0$ ).

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