Question

Among $\frac{1}{12}$ , $\frac{1}{15}$ and $\frac{1}{17}$ , is the greatest fraction

• A. $\frac{1}{12}$
• B. $\frac{1}{15}$
• C. $\frac{1}{17}$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $\frac{1}{12}$

When the numerators are equal, larger the denominator, smaller will be the fraction. we have 17>15>12 ,Hence $\frac{1}{17}$ < $\frac{1}{15}$ < $\frac{1}{12}$