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Arrange 5/8, 7/11 and 9/14 in ascending order.

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  • A7/11 < 5/8 < 9/14
  • B9/14 < 7/11 < 5/8
  • C5/8 < 9/14 < 7/11
  • D5/8 < 7/11 < 9/14

Step-by-Step Solution

Compare in pairs by cross-multiplying: for 5/8 against 7/11, , so 5/8 is smaller; for 7/11 against 9/14, , so 7/11 is smaller. As decimals 5/8 = 0.625, 7/11 ≈ 0.636 and 9/14 ≈ 0.643, confirming the order 5/8 < 7/11 < 9/14.
Answer: D) 5/8 < 7/11 < 9/14

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