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Which fraction is less than 1/2
A: 2/3
B: 2/4
C: 3/6
D: 3/8

2 Answers

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Let's verify all the options to see which is correct.

Verification:

Option A

Let's compare the fractions. If it is less than 1/2, then it is our answer. If it is more than 1/2, it is incorrect.

  • => 1/2 > 2/3
  • => 3/6 > 4/6

Since this statement is false, this is incorrect.

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Option B

Let's compare the fractions. If it is less than 1/2, then it is our answer. If it is more than 1/2, it is incorrect.

  • => 1/2 > 2/4
  • => 2/4 > 2/4

Since this statement is false, this is incorrect.

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Option C

Let's compare the fractions. If it is less than 1/2, then it is our answer. If it is more than 1/2, it is incorrect.

  • => 1/2 > 3/6
  • => 3/6 > 3/6

Since this statement is false, this is incorrect.

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Option D

Let's compare the fractions. If it is less than 1/2, then it is our answer. If it is more than 1/2, it is incorrect.

  • => 1/2 > 3/8
  • => 4/8 > 3/8

Since this statement is true, this is correct.

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Final Answer:

  • Option D
User Rudedog
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Answer:

3/8

Explanation:

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