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The rational number between 1/2 and 1/3 is . . .

Question : The rational number between 1/2 and 1/3 is

a) 2/5
b) 1/3
c) 3/5
d) 4/5

Doubt by Lakshay

Solution : 

1/2 = 0.5
1/3 = 0.6

a) 2/5 = 0.4
b) 1/3 = 0.33. . .
c) 3/5 = 0.6
d) 4/5 = 0.8

Clearly, 0.4 lies between 1/2 (0.5) and 1/3 (0.6)

Hence, a) would be the correct option.