Question

If the fraction 8/5, 7/2, 9/5, 5/4, 4/5 are arranged in descending order of their values, which one will be fourth?
1. 4/5
2. 8/5
3. 9/5
4. 5/4

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : 5/4

Given:

8/5, 7/2, 9/5, 5/4, 4/5

Solution:

8/5 = 1.6

7/2 = 3.5

9/5 = 1.8

5/4 = 1.25

4/5 = 0.8

By arranging in descending order 7/2, 9/5, 8/5, 5/4, 4/5

∴ From above arrangement, the fraction at the fourth place be 5/4.