Question

Is 19/72 greater than 1/4

Answer 1

Yes

Explanation:

Converting in the same denominator:

19/72

1/4 = 18/72

Since 19 > 18

19/72 > 18/72

Hence

19/72 > 1/4

Answer 2

Yes

Explanation:

`(1)/(4) = (1 * 18)/(4 * 18) = (18)/(72) \\ \because \: 19 > 18 \\ \therefore \: (19)/(72) > (1)/(4) \\`