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Compare the ratios 3 : 5 and 5 : 8. Which is greater?

Class 8Ratios and ProportionsComparing Quantities

A5 : 8
B3 : 5
CThey are equal
DCannot be compared

Step-by-Step Solution

Write as fractions with common denominator 40:

\frac{3}{5} = \frac{24}{40}

and

\frac{5}{8} = \frac{25}{40}

. Since 25 > 24, 5 : 8 is greater.

Answer: A) 5 : 8

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