Question 1117812
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You could:


1.  Convert the fractions to decimals and then compare them


2.  Convert the decimals to fractions and then compare them


3.  Plot them all on a number line on a graphing calculator


1 is the easiest.  2 is the most difficult both from the standpoint of the conversion and from the standpoint of the comparison.  3 means you need a graphing calculator and the skill to use it.


On the other hand, you can say to yourself: 8/3 is 2 and 2/3, 2.28 is smaller than 2 and 1/3, 10/12 is a little less than 1 and 0.19 is a lot less than 1.


Looks like they are already arranged in descending order.


John
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