Questions: Which sign makes the statement true?
5.1 ? 4 4/5
Transcript text: Which sign makes the statement true?
$5.1 ? 4 \frac{4}{5}$
Solution
Solution Steps
To determine which sign makes the statement true, we need to compare the decimal 5.1 with the mixed number 4 4/5. First, convert the mixed number to a decimal, then compare the two decimal values.
Step 1: Convert the Mixed Number to a Decimal
The mixed number \( 4 \frac{4}{5} \) can be converted to a decimal as follows:
\[
4 \frac{4}{5} = 4 + \frac{4}{5} = 4 + 0.8 = 4.8
\]
Step 2: Compare the Decimal Values
Now we compare the decimal values:
Decimal value: \( 5.1 \)
Converted mixed number: \( 4.8 \)
We can see that:
\[
5.1 > 4.8
\]
Step 3: Determine the Comparison Sign
Since \( 5.1 \) is greater than \( 4.8 \), the correct comparison sign is \( > \).