Question

Gabrielle drilled a hole 5/9 inch wide. She has a screw that is 5/6 inch wide. Is the hole wide enough to fit the screw? Explain.

Answer 1

5/9 times 2 = 10/18

AND

5/6 times 3 = 15/18

15/18 is bigger SO

THE HOLE IS TO NOT BIG ENOUGH FOR THE SCREW.