Question

Compare -2/3, -2/8 Write <, > or = A. = B. < C. >

Answer 1

Answer:

$\boxed{\bold{< \ -\frac{2}{8}}}$

Step-by-step explanation:

Find LCD of the two fractions

LCD = 24

Rewrite fractions

$\bold{-\frac{16}{24} }$ ____ $\bold{-\frac{6}{24} }$

Just because 6 is smaller than 16, doesn't mean 6 isn't larger. If you have more of something, the portions will be smaller. If you have less of something, the portions will be bigger.

$\bold{-\frac{2}{3} }$ < $\bold{-\frac{2}{8} }$