Q3. - Algebra 1

Question

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

$\frac{5}{6}·0.875$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The true sentence is $\frac{5}{6}<0.875$.

Step 1. Convert the fraction into a decimal.

We can find that $\frac{5}{6}=0.833$.

Step 2. Compare the decimals.

We will compare 0.833 and 0.875.

Since, 833 < 875

So, 0.833 < 0.875

Step 3. Replace 0.833 by a fraction.

We replace 0.833 by $\frac{5}{6}$ to get the final answer.

 

That is: $\frac{5}{6}<0.875$.