Question

Is the product of greater or less than ? Is it

easier to compare the product to using the number
line or area model? Explain.
5
8

Answer 1

3/5 x 5/8 is less 5/8

Explanation:

3/5 x 5/8 = 15/40

Simply

15/40 = 3/8

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5/8 > 3/8