Fact: If two fractions have the same numerator, the fraction with the larger denominator is less (a smaller fraction). Explain in detail, using the (CCSS) definition of a fraction, why is this the case?

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Problem 20A: Express the common fractions as decimal fractions. Express the answer to 4 decimal places. 20. 34
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Fact: If two fractions have the same numerator, the fraction with the larger denominator is less (a smaller fraction). Explain in detail, using the (CCSS) definition of a fraction, why is this the case?

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