Is \(\frac{10}{9}\) closest to 0, \(\frac{1}{2}\), or 1?
Explain.

Is \(\frac{2}{15}\) closest to 0, \(\frac{1}{2}\), or 1?
Explain.

In comparing fractions and decimals, 10/9 is closer to 1 and 2/15 is closer to 0, as determined by division and evaluating the resulting number. ;

Answered by JohnRogerStephens | 2024-06-18

To determine which number is closest to a given fraction, subtract each option from the** fraction** and find the absolute value of the result. The option with the smallest absolute difference is the closest. ;

Answered by AliciaAugello | 2024-06-18

9 10 ​ is closest to 1, and 15 2 ​ is closest to 0.
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Answered by JohnRogerStephens | 2024-12-16