Question

Match each fraction to a reasonable estimate.

(-6/11)
(-7/9)
(-3/13)


(-1/4)
(-3/4)
(-1/2)

Which one goes with each?

Answer 1

-6/11 goes with -1/2

-7/9 goes with -3/4

-3/13 goes with -1/4

Explanation:

6/11 is close to 6/12 which is the same as 1/2, so -6/11 goes with -1/2

7/9 is close to 6.75/9 which is 3/4, so -7/9 is close to -3/4

3/13 is close to 3/12 which is the same as 1/4, so -3/13 goes with -1/4