2019 AMC 8 Problems/Problem 3
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Problem 3
Which of the following is the correct order of the fractions and from least to greatest?
Solution 1
We take a common denominator:
Since it follows that the answer is .
-xMidnightFirex
~ dolphin7 - I took your idea and made it an explanation.
Solution 2
When and , . Hence, the answer is . ~ ryjs
This is also similar to Problem 20 on the AMC 2012.
Solution 3 (probably won't use this solution)
We use our insane mental calculator to find out that , , and . Thus, our answer is .
~~ by an insane math guy.
Solution 4
Suppose each fraction is expressed with denominator : . Clearly so the answer is .
See also
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The butterfly method is a method when you multiply the denominator of the second fraction and multiply it by the numerator from the first fraction.