Explain the reason why it is easier to convert these fractions into decimals when comparing them.
Use the fractions \frac{5}{8}, \frac{4}{7}, and \frac{11}{15} in your answer.

What common denominator would you have to use if you converted them to fractions to compare?

Convert the fractions to decimals, and then put them in order from least to greatest (in fraction form).

*All parts must be answered for full credit.

Question

Explain the reason why it is easier to convert these fractions into decimals when comparing them.  
                  Use the fractions \frac{5}{8}, \frac{4}{7}, and \frac{11}{15} in your answer.

 

What common denominator would you have to use if you converted them to fractions to compare?

 

Convert the fractions to decimals, and then put them in order from least to greatest (in fraction form).

 

*All parts must be answered for full credit.