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To compare the fractions denominator must be equal.

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First find the least common denominator (LCD) of 3 and 8.

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Write the prime factorization of each number.

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Write the prime factors of each number in the exponential form.

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Multiply the highest power of each factor in either number.

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Least Common Denominator of 3 and 8 is 24.

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Rewrite the equivalent fractions using the LCD.

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As denominator are same compare the numerators.

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Numerators are not same and 16 > 15.

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