Question

Compare the following fractions and select the correct symbol.

• A. $<$
• B. $>$
• C. $!$
• D. $=$

Answer 1

The correct option is B $>$

Detailed step-by-step solution:
Before comparing, make the denominator the same for both of these fractions, i.e., make them like fractions.

1.$\frac{2}{3}=\frac{2\times 3}{3\times 3}=\frac{6}{9}$

2. $\frac{5}{9}$

Now, as both of these have the same denominator, let’s compare their numerators to find out which of these is greater.
As $6$ is greater than $5$,

So, $\frac{6}{9}$ is greater than $\frac{5}{9}$.

So, $\frac{2}{3}>\frac{5}{9}$


$\frac{6}{9}>\frac{5}{9}$


Hence, Option A is correct.