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Michael has read 1/2 of a book. Amelia has read 2/3 of the same book. Who has read more of the book?

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Answer:

Explanation:

To compare fractions, they need to have a common denominator.

The least common denominator of 1/2 and 2/3 is 6.

1/2 = 3/6

2/3 = 4/6

Now find the fraction with the larger numerator.

4/6 > 3/6, so 2/3 > 1/2

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Answer:

amelia

Explanation:

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