Comparing Without Common Denominators

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Comparing Without Common Denominators

Cross-multiplication method for comparing fractions:

  • For a/b vs c/d: Compare a×d with b×c
  • Example: 3/5 vs 7/12
  • 3×12 = 36 and 5×7 = 35
  • Since 36 > 35, we know 3/5 > 7/12

This avoids finding the LCM but still gives the correct comparison!

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