Q. Which sign makes the statement true?105?107−103Choices:(A) >(B) <(C) =
Simplify Expression: Step 1: Simplify the expression on the right side of the question mark.Calculate 107−103.107−103=104.
Reduce to Lowest Terms: Step 2: Simplify 4/10 to its lowest terms.4/10 can be reduced to 2/5.
Compare Fractions: Step 3: Compare 105 with 52. First, convert 105 to its lowest terms, which is 21. Now, compare 21 and 52.
Convert to Common Denominator: Step 4: Convert 21 and 52 to a common denominator to compare.Common denominator of 2 and 5 is 10.21=105 and 52=104.
Compare Fractions: Step 5: Compare 105 and 104.Since 105 is greater than 104, the correct sign is '>'.
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