Is one -sixth greater than one -fourth?

Answer 1

1/6 & 1/4

As the rule ; the LARGER the denominator , the smaller the fraction.

To compare the above fractions.

Bring both to the same denominator and equivalent numerator

1/6 = 2/12

1/4 = 3/12

Compare the numerators(top) numbers.

2 < 3

Hence

2/12 < 3/12 implies 1/6 < 1/4

Answer 2

No, one-sixth (1/6) is not greater than one-fourth (1/4). To compare the two, you can convert them to a common denominator or compare their decimal equivalents. One-sixth is approximately 0.1667, while one-fourth is 0.25. Therefore, one-fourth is greater than one-sixth.