Math, asked by pukhrambamnehadevi, 2 months ago

which fraction is greatest :


18/5 or 18/8​

Answers

Answered by Cooky26
4

Answer:

 \bf\frac{18}{5} \: or \:  \frac{18}{8}

 \bf{➱ \: L.C.M \: of \: 5 \: and \: 8=40}

 \bf \frac{18}{5}= \frac{18×8}{5×8}= \frac{144}{40}

 \bf \frac{18}{8} =  \frac{18 \times 5}{8 \times 5} =  \frac{90}{40}

 \bf\frac{144}{40} \:  >  \frac{90}{40}

 \bf{∴ \frac{18}{5}>  \frac{18}{8}}

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answered by mahakulkarpooja615
1

Answer:

The greatest fraction is \frac{18}{5}.

Step-by-step explanation:

Given : The fractions are \frac{18}{5} and \frac{18}{8}.

To find : The greatest fraction between the given fractions.

Solution :

  • The given fractions are, \frac{18}{5} and \frac{18}{8}.
  • We have to find the greatest fraction between the given fractions.
  • To find out the given fractions, use the cross multiplication method.
  • In cross multiplication method, cross multiply the given fractions and which ever the fraction is greater.
  • Now, the given fractions are,

         \frac{18}{5} and \frac{18}{8}  

  • By doing cross multiplication, we get

      18*8=144

      18*5=90

     ∴ 144>90

     ∴ \frac{18}{5} > \frac{18}{8}  

  • ∴ The greatest fraction is \frac{18}{5}.
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