Multiplying both by the same number does not change their relationship, but it can help you answer your question.
1/3*24 = 8
3/8*24 = 9
You can also divide them out to convert to decimal fractions. Two or three decimal digits is enough to tell which is larger.
1/3 = .333...
3/8 = .375
3/8 is larger
1/3*24 = 8
3/8*24 = 9
You can also divide them out to convert to decimal fractions. Two or three decimal digits is enough to tell which is larger.
1/3 = .333...
3/8 = .375
3/8 is larger