How do you write #-1/6, 5/3, -5/6# in order from least to greatest?
1 Answer
Dec 20, 2016
Explanation:
To compare fractions they must have a
#color(blue)"common denominator"# To do this multiply the numerator and denominator of
#5/3# by 2 to create an equivalent fraction.
#"That is :" 5/3=(5xx2)/(3xx2)=10/6# The fractions all have a denominator of 6 and so we can compare them.
#"Since " 10/6" is positive it is greater than the other 2"#
#"and " -5/6<-1/6#
#rArr" the order is " -5/6,-1/6,5/3#
