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Question
Given that `p/q` and `r/s` are two rational numbers with different denominators and both of them are in standard form. To compare these rational numbers we say that:
`square/square` < `square/square`, if p × s < r × q
Solution
Given, p × s < r × q
⇒ `bbp/bbq` < `bbr/bbs` ......[By transferring sides]
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