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What is 3.5, 3 2/5, 3 3/8 from least to greatest

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We know that 3.5 is also 3 1/2, and that 3 2/5 and 3 3/8 are both less than 3 1/2.

3.5 must be the greatest.

To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

So, 3 2/5 is 3.4, and 3 3/8 is 3.375.

The order is 3 3/8, 3 2/5, and 3.5.

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