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Which number is greater: 1/4 or 5/4 ?

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Answer:

5/4

Explanation:

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Since each number is given in terms of 4ths, we can look at which has more 1/4 that comprises it.

5>1, so 5/4 is greater.

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User Bruny
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Answer:

1/4 < 5/4

Explanation:

Since the numbers have the same denominator, we compare the numerators

1 < 5

so 1/4 < 5/4

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