Find equivalent fractions to compare. Then, write \( >,< \), or \( = \). \( \begin{array}{l}\frac{1}{5} ? \frac{3}{8} \\ \quad< \\ =\end{array} \)

To compare 1/5 and 3/8, we can use equivalent fractions with a common denominator. Step 1: Find a common denominator. A common denominator for 5 and 8 is 40. Step 2: Convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with denominator 40. – For 1/5, multiply both numerator and denominator by 8:   1/5 = (1×8)/(5×8) = 8/40. – For 3/8, multiply both numerator and denominator by 5:   3/8 = (3×5)/(8×5) = 15/40. Step 3: Compare the fractions. Since 8/40 < 15/40, we have   1/5 < 3/8. The final answer is: 1/5 < 3/8.