To compare the given values, we can rewrite the second number as a fraction. We read 0.71 as 71 hundredths which means that we can rewrite it as a fraction over 100.
0.71 = 71/100
Now we are left with a comparison between 4 5 and 71 100. Next, we need to find a common denominator. One of the easier ways to create a common denominator is by finding the product of the denominators.
5* 100=500
Let's rewrite the fractions with the new denominator.
Fraction
Create Common Denominator
Multiply
4/5
4* 100/5* 100
400/500
71/100
71* 5/100* 5
355/500
Finally, we can make our comparison. Since 400 is greater than 355, we know that the first value is greater than the second value.
400/500 > 355/500 ⇒ 4/5 > 71/100 ⇒ 4/5 > 0.71
Extra
Fractions
Fractions are a specific type of ratio that compare a part to a whole. There are many possibles situations in life that can be solved or described using fractions. Let's see some examples!
Dividing the bill between a group of friends.
Dividing the pizza slices equally.
Score of test and exams are generally expressed as fractions.
Measurements in a recipe.
For those of you who are interested in learning more about working with fractions, you can read more about them on the following pages.
