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+ | When <math>\frac{x}{y}>1</math> and <math>z</math> is a positive integer, <math>\frac{x+z}{y+z}<\frac{x}{y}</math>. Hence, the answer is <math>\boxed{\textbf{(E)}\frac{19}{15}<\frac{17}{13}<\frac{15}{11}}</math>. | ||
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Revision as of 00:29, 24 December 2019
Problem 3
Which of the following is the correct order of the fractions and
from least to greatest?
Solution 1
Consider subtracting 1 from each of the fractions. Our new fractions would then be and
. Since
, it follows that the answer is
-will3145
Solution 2
We take a common denominator:
Since it follows that the answer is
.
-xMidnightFirex
~ dolphin7 - I took your idea and made it an explanation.
Solution 3
When and
is a positive integer,
. Hence, the answer is
.
~ ryjs
See Also
2019 AMC 8 (Problems • Answer Key • Resources) | ||
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