-5/7 is ________ than -3

Solution:

In order to compare, we need to make both numbers as same type

Let us convert -3 as fraction by multiplying and dividing with 7

We get -21/7

Now the denominators are equal, so it is easy to compare

Therefore, -21/7 is lesser than -5/7

So, -3 is lesser than -5/7

Thus we conclude that -5/7 > -3

✦ Try This: -1/2 is _____than 2

In order to compare, we need to make both numbers as same type

Let us convert 2 as fraction by multiplying and dividing by 2

We get 4/2

Between -1/2 and 4/2 , clearly 4/2 is greater as it is a positive number on the number line.

☛ Also Check: NCERT Solutions for Class 8 Maths Chapter 1

NCERT Exemplar Class 8 Maths Chapter 1 Problem 38

-5/7 is ________ than -3

Summary:

On comparing -5/7 and -3, we find that -5/7 > -3

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