Question

which sign makes the statement true?
\frac{3}{6} \textcircled{?} \frac{1}{5}

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Explanation:

Step1: Simplify $\frac{3}{6}$

$\frac{3}{6}=\frac{3\div3}{6\div3}=\frac{1}{2}$

Step2: Compare $\frac{1}{2}$ and $\frac{1}{5}$

When the numerators are the same, the fraction with the smaller denominator is larger. Since $2 < 5$, then $\frac{1}{2}>\frac{1}{5}$.

Answer:

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