How can you compare two fractions with different denominators?
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Practice makes perfect
When comparing numbers, it's best to first ensure that they are as similar as possible. Both values have the same unit, so we will not have to do any unit conversions. We are given two fractions with different denominators.
3/8in. ? 6/16in.To compare fractions with different denominators, we should first find a common denominator. We could use 16 as the common denominator, since 8 is a factor of 16. However, in this case, we can also reduce the second fraction. It is possible, because both 6 and 16 are divisible by 2.
Now, both fractions have the same denominator which means we can determine which symbol will make a true statement by comparing the numerators.
3/8in. = 3/8in. ⇔ 3/8in. = 6/16in.
