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Which is greater, 7/8 or 13/16? explain.

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Answer:

Explanation:

7/6 is bigger its a 1 number away from being a full and 13/16 is just a 1/2 full.

User NGLN
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To compare these fractions, bring them to the same denominator. Expand the fractions to bring them to the common denominator (LCM):

7/8 = (2 * 7) / (2 * 8) = 14/16

13/16 = (1 * 13) / (1 * 16) = 13/16

Same denominator fractions sorted ascending:

13/16 < 14/16

Initial fractions in ascending order:

13/16 < 7/8

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