Question

which is heavier 9 5/8pounds or 9 3/4pounds

Answer 1

and by how much

Answer 2

Let's find the common denominator for 5/8 and 3/4.

Both denominators go evenly into 16 -- so
5/8 = 10/16
3/4 = 12/16

Which is heavier?

Answer 3

How much heavier?