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How do I work this out to find the answer from least to greatest ? 48/8, 12/16, 3/5 |
Hi Kameron,
In order to compare the value of different fractions, you need to have the same denominator. Observe the following problem;
Order the following fractions from least to greatest;
2/3, 3/4, 1/2
By changing the denominator so they are the same, we can see their comparitive value,
2/3 = 8/12, 3/4 =9/12, 1/2 = 6/12,
so we have,
6/12, 8/12, and 9/12
Hope this helps :)
Melanie
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