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If 2 fractions have the same numerator but different denominators, which fraction is greater? Give an example.

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two fractions have the same numerator, but different denominators. is the fraction with the greater denominator greater than or less than the fraction with the lesser denominator

Answer:

The fraction with the greater denominator is less than the fraction with the lesser denominator

Explanation:

A fraction refers to a ratio of two number. A fraction has a numerator (The number on top) and a denominator (The number below).

If i have two fractions having the same numerator, then, the fraction with the greater denominator is less than the fraction with the lesser denominator.

Let me give you an instance, if i have 2/3 and 2/5.

We know that 5 > 3 hence 2/5 < 2/3

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