Using rational approximations, what is an inequality statement comparing Use < > or =

Answer 1

To compare two values using rational approximations, we typically pick two numbers or expressions and estimate their values using fractions or simpler terms.

For example, suppose we want to compare \( \frac{1}{3} \) and \( 0.25 \).

1. Convert the decimal to a fraction:

   • \( 0.25 = \frac{25}{100} = \frac{1}{4} \).

2. Find a common denominator to compare:

   • The least common multiple of 3 and 4 is 12.
   • Convert \( \frac{1}{3} \) to a fraction with denominator 12: \[ \frac{1}{3} = \frac{4}{12}. \]
   • Convert \( \frac{1}{4} \) to a fraction with denominator 12: \[ \frac{1}{4} = \frac{3}{12}. \]

3. Compare the fractions:

   • Now we have \( \frac{4}{12} \) and \( \frac{3}{12} \).
   • Since \( 4 > 3 \), we conclude that \( \frac{1}{3} > \frac{1}{4} \).

Thus, the inequality statement is:

\[ \frac{1}{3} > 0.25 \]

To apply this to another example, if you have two other rational approximations or expressions, you can follow a similar process to arrive at a comparative inequality. Please provide specific numbers or expressions if you want help comparing particular values!

Answer 2

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Answer 3

To provide a direct answer, I need specific values or expressions that you're looking to compare using rational approximations. Since you haven't specified which two values to compare, I'll create a general example, and then you can apply the same method to your specific case.

Let's use two common values as an example: \( 0.5 \) and \( \frac{1}{3} \).

1. Convert \( 0.5 \) to a fraction:

   • \( 0.5 = \frac{1}{2} \).

2. Compare \( \frac{1}{2} \) and \( \frac{1}{3} \) using a common denominator:

   • The least common multiple of 2 and 3 is 6.
   • Convert \( \frac{1}{2} \) to a fraction with denominator 6: \[ \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{6}. \]
   • Convert \( \frac{1}{3} \) to a fraction with denominator 6: \[ \frac{1}{3} = \frac{2}{6}. \]

3. Compare the two fractions:

   • \( \frac{3}{6} > \frac{2}{6} \).

So, the inequality statement is:

\[ 0.5 > \frac{1}{3} \]

If you provide specific values or expressions you'd like compared, I can give you the exact inequality statement for those.