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Cross-multiply to compare $\frac{8}{11}$ and $\frac{7}{9}$ . Which is greater?

Class 6Comparing FractionsFractions

A $\frac{8}{11}$
B $\frac{7}{9}$
Cequal
Dcannot say

Step-by-Step Solution

Cross-multiply:

8 \times 9 = 72

and

11 \times 7 = 77

. 77 is larger and belongs to

\frac{7}{9}

, so

\frac{7}{9} > \frac{8}{11}

.

Answer: B)

\frac{7}{9}

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