SOLUTION: How could you order (mixed nums) 3 1/4, 3 1/3, 3 2/7, and 3 1/8 from least to greatest without writing them as improper fractions? Explain your reasoning. Then order the mixed numb

Question 219159: How could you order (mixed nums) 3 1/4, 3 1/3, 3 2/7, and 3 1/8 from least to greatest without writing them as improper fractions? Explain your reasoning. Then order the mixed numbers from least to greatest.
I like math but i hate mixed numbers mostly in word problems... word problems is my weak spot.... thanks!
-CaMiLLe-
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Hint: Since they all have whole parts of 3, just compare the fraction parts. For example, instead of comparing and (to see which one is bigger), just compare and . Do this with all possible pairs. Does this make sense? If not, just ask me or repost.
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