Question

Identify the greater mixed number in each pair. 2 3/4 and 2 7/12​

Answer 1

Identify the greater mixed number in each pair.

2 $\frac{3}{4}$ and 2 $\frac{7}{12}$

$\frac{11}{4}$ and $\frac{31}{12}$

LCM of 4 and 12 is 12.

So, $\frac{11}{4}$ × $\frac{3}{3}$ = $\frac{33}{12}$

$\frac{33}{12}$ × $\frac{1}{1}$ = $\frac{33}{12}$

Hence, $\frac{33}{12}$ > $\frac{31}{12}$

$\frac{33}{12}$ = $\frac{11}{44}$

So, 2 $\frac{3}{4}$ is greater than 2 $\frac{7}{12}$