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Answer:
4/9 > 5/12
Step-by-step explanation:
4/9 = 16/36
5/12 = 15/36
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16/36 > 15/36
4/9 > 5/12
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Additional comment
Above, we have use the least common denominator. The product 9×12 = 108 can also be used as a denominator. Then you can compare ...
4/9×12/12 vs. 5/12×9/9
48/108 vs 45/108
4/9 > 5/12
Effectively, we're comparing the cross products: 4(12) vs 9(5).
