How this calculation works
Ordering by numerator alone works only with equal positive denominators. A larger numerator can belong to the smaller fraction.
THE FORMULA
Compare a/b and c/d by comparing ad and bcA worked example
One half comes before two thirds, which comes before three quarters.
Good to know
Use positive denominators. Equal fractions appear together.
Reference: OpenStax Prealgebra (opens in a new tab) ↗
Read the result
Arrange three fractions in ascending order using exact integer comparisons.
The primary result is labeled “Ascending order”. Keep the input definitions in view when comparing this result with another method.
Try a related calculation
Use positive denominators. Equal fractions appear together.
For a related exercise, try the fraction calculator.
A few questions, answered
How can I check the default inputs by hand?
One half comes before two thirds, which comes before three quarters.
Which rule does this calculator apply?
Compare a/b and c/d by comparing ad and bc