Question

Are (5/6) and 0.83 equivalent? Explain why.

Answer 1

Answer:

They are not equal.

$\frac{83}{100}< \frac{5}{6}$

Step-by-step explanation:

0.83 =

$\frac{83}{100}$

$\frac{83}{100} >,$

LCM of 100 and 6

300

$\frac{83}{100}=\frac{249}{300}$

$\frac{5}{6} =\frac{250}{300}$

$\frac{249}{300}$