Chapter 1.2, Problem 4WE

To determine

The correct symbol in place of the blank space.

Answer to Problem 4WE

  $\frac{3+2}{3-2}=\frac{6+4}{6-4}$

Explanation of Solution

Given:

The given statement is:

  $\frac{3+2}{3-2}\_\_\_\_\_\frac{6+4}{6-4}$

Calculation:

Considering the LHS and RHS separately,

  $\begin{array}{l}LHS:\\ =\frac{3+2}{3-2}\\ =5\\ RHS:\\ =\frac{6+4}{6-4}\\ =\frac{10}{2}\\ =5\\ \text{Therefore,}\\ \frac{3+2}{3-2}=\frac{6+4}{6-4}\end{array}$