Q1. - Algebra 1

Question

Replace each • with <, >, or = to make a true sentence. 

$-\frac{5}{8}·\frac{3}{8}$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The true sentence is $-\frac{5}{8}<\frac{3}{8}$.

Step 1. Compare the denominators.

Both fractions have a common denominator = 8.

Step 2. Determine what to find.

Since denominators are already same, so we have to compare the numerator only now. 

Step 3. Calculation.

We know that – 5 < 3. Because – 5 is negative and 3 is positive. A negative number is always less than a positive number. 

 

That means:$-\frac{5}{8}<\frac{3}{8}$.