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Explain in Detail :Comparing Fractions Using Decimal Method
To compare fractions using the decimal method, divide both fractions by the same number. The number that you divide by is called the common denominator. The fraction with the smaller numerator is larger. Comparing Fractions – An Overview.
For example, compare 3/4 and 2/3.
3/4 = 0.75
2/3 = 0.666
Since 0.75 is smaller than 0.666, 3/4 is larger than 2/3.
Comparing Fractions Examples
Below are some examples of fractions that can be compared.
1/4 < 1/2 3/4 > 2/3
1/8 < 1/16 5/8 > 3/4
