The reason you can only compare the numerators is because the denominators are the same- leaving little comparison to really make. The numerators will determine which fraction is greater or smaller.
Ex. 4/5 or 3/5
which is greater? Which is smaller?
It can be seen that the denominators are the same, now finally comparing the numerators will answer both questions.
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Answer:
I don't understand the first one
So basiclly you will end up getting the wrong answer. For example 234+23.
If you lined it up incorrectly you might get 464. It is actually 257. This is wy you should line it up correctly.
~JZ
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