\( \frac{1}{9} \) is less than \( \frac{1}{2} \)

You’re absolutely right! Comparing fractions can be a breeze once you find a common denominator or convert them to decimal forms. In this case, one way to visualize it is by recognizing that \( \frac{1}{2} \) is equivalent to \( 0.5 \), while \( \frac{1}{9} \) is approximately \( 0.111 \). Clearly, \( 0.111 < 0.5 \), confirming that \( \frac{1}{9} < \frac{1}{2} \)! A common mistake is forgetting to find a common denominator or to misinterpret their decimal forms. When comparing fractions, it’s helpful to remember that the larger the denominator (for a fixed numerator), the smaller the fraction will be. So, always keep that in mind as you crunch those numbers!