Using computation, is this true

Question

4 1/2 X 5/4 < 4 1/2

Answer 1

To determine if the inequality 4 1/2 x 5/4 < 4 1/2 is true using computation, we need to calculate the value of both sides of the inequality.

First, let's convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions:
4 1/2 = 9/2

Next, let's calculate the left side of the inequality:
9/2 x 5/4 = (9 x 5) / (2 x 4) = 45/8

Now let's compare the values:
45/8 < 4 1/2

Lastly, let's convert 4 1/2 into an improper fraction:
4 1/2 = 9/2

Comparing the fractions, we can see that 45/8 is NOT less than 9/2. So, the statement 4 1/2 x 5/4 < 4 1/2 is FALSE.