Question

Which fraction is larger `1/2, 7/12`?

Answer 1

`7/12`

Explanation:

Before we can compare fractions they must have a `color(blue)"common denominator"`

To do this multiply the numerator and denominator of `1/2` by 6 to create an equivalent fraction.

`rArr1/2=(1xx6)/(2xx6)=6/12`

`"Now " 7/12>6/12`

`"Hence " 7/12" is the larger fraction"`