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Question #efac1

Answer 1

Malia

Explanation:

It would be easier to compare the two amounts if the fractions have the same denominator. To do this, we:

- Convert the mixed fractions to improper fractions

Malia:
`1 1/3 = 4/3`

John:
`1 2/5 = 7/5`

- Find the LCD (Lowest Common Denominator) and convert the fractions accordingly

LCD `= 3 * 5 = 15`

Malia:
`4/3 = (5 * 4)/15 = (20)/15`

John:
`7/5 = (3 * 7)/15 = (21)/15`

Since, we know they have the same amount of seeds initially, we can just compare the amounts left to see who ate more. The less amount left, the more that person ate .

`(20)/15 < (21)/15`

`:.`Malia ate more sunflower seeds.