Question 38
$\frac{- 5}{7}$ is ___ than - 3

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Solution

Greater
First, we convert the given rational number into like denominator. Now, LCM of 7 and 1 = 7
$- 3 = \frac{- 3 \times 7}{7}$ [on multiplying and dividing by 7]
$= \frac{- 21}{7}$
As, $\frac{- 5}{7} > \frac{- 21}{7}$
i.e. $\frac{- 5}{7} > - 3$
Hence, $\frac{- 5}{7}$ is greater than -3

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