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Is 8:2 greater than 5:1?

I need someone to help me clarify if this is correct. Thanks.

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Answer:

No, 8:2 = 4:1 which is less than 5:1

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8 : 2 \\ = (8)/(2) \\ = 4


5 : 1 \\ = (5)/(1) \\ = 5

8 : 2 = 4, while 5 : 1 = 5.

4 < 5.

•°• 8 : 2 is not greater than 5 : 1.

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