Susan buys (2)/(3) Ib of smoked turkey, (3)/(5) lb of ham, and (5)/(8) Ib of roast beef. Which t

Name: Problem 86, Chapter 4: Prealgebra
Uploaded: 2020-09-04T04:48:09-08:00
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Channel: Harsh Gadhiya
Description: Susan buys (2)/(3) Ib of smoked turkey, (3)/(5) lb of ham, and (5)/(8) Ib of roast beef. Which type of meat did she buy in the greatest amount? Which type did she buy in the least amount?

step 1 We have Susan here who bought 2 by 3 pounds of turkey 3 by 5 pounds of ham and 5 by 8 pounds of

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Susan buys $\frac{2}{3}$ Ib of smoked turkey, $\frac{3}{5}$ lb of ham, and $\frac{5}{8}$ Ib of roast beef. Which type of meat did she buy in the greatest amount? Which type did she buy in the least amount?

   Susan buys $\frac{2}{3}$ Ib of smoked turkey, $\frac{3}{5}$ lb of ham, and $\frac{5}{8}$ Ib of roast beef. Which type of meat did she buy in the greatest amount? Which type did she buy in the least amount?

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Julie Miller, Molly… 1st Edition

Chapter 4, Problem 86

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Solved by Expert Harsh Gadhiya

09/04/2020

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Common Denominator

Finding a common denominator is a technique used to compare fractions by converting them into equivalent fractions with the same denominator. This method simplifies the process by allowing a straightforward comparison of the numerators, which is essential when determining the order of quantities represented as fractions.

Fraction Comparison

This concept involves analyzing and determining the relative sizes of fractions. It typically requires converting fractions to have a common baseline for accurate comparison, either by finding a common denominator or by converting to decimals. In problems like this, comparing fractions allows you to identify which quantities are larger or smaller.

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