Question

Is 9/10 greater than 5/6

Answer 1

$\frac{9}{10} =\frac{54}{60}$
$\frac{5}{6} =\frac{50}{60}$

$\frac{54}{60} \ \textgreater \ \frac{50}{60}$
∴$\frac{9}{10} \ \textgreater \ \frac{5}{6}$

Answer 2

Hi there!

To see which fraction is greater, I like to divide the numerator by the denominator of each of the fractions, and then see which decimal is larger. I'll show you what I mean. :)

9 ÷ 10 = 0.9, right? Set this answer aside.

5 ÷ 6 = 0.83

Now, we compare the two fractions. If you are having trouble setting them aside from one-another, multiply the decimals by 100 to see what your percent will be.

0.9 × 100 = 90

0.83 × 100 = 83

So, we now see that 9/10 was greater than 5/6. You were right!

Hope this helps! :D

Message me if you need anything else, I would be happy to help!