7. Ron says that 5/8 > 3/7 because 5 > 3 and 8 > 7. (a) Discuss whether or not Ron's reasoning is valid (whether or not his conclusion is correct).
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However, comparing sets using the greater than symbol is not valid. We can only compare the elements within the sets or the size of the sets (cardinality). Now let's analyze the second part of Ron's statement: "5 > 3 and 8 > 7." This is true, but it doesn't Show more…
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