Math Puzzle: Fill in the 9 Blanks to Satisfy (*)

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The math puzzle presented requires filling in nine blanks with the digits 1 to 9 without repetition to satisfy the equation $\dfrac{\square}{\square \square}+\dfrac{\square}{\square \square} +\dfrac{\square}{\square\square}=1$. The only valid solution is achieved through systematic mathematical analysis, ensuring that each fraction correctly sums to one. The solution involves careful placement of digits to maintain the integrity of the equation while adhering to the constraints of non-repetition.

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$\dfrac{\square}{\square \square}+\dfrac{\square}{\square \square} +\dfrac{\square}{\square\square}=1------(*)$

fill in the above 9 blanks with 1~9 without repetition and satisfy (*)

(you should find it using mathematical analysis,and show your logic,don't use any

program)

in fact there is only one possibility
 
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My solution:

I would begin with:

$$\frac{9}{12}$$

since this is the largest addend possible. This leaves $$\frac{1}{4}$$.

Observing that:

$$\frac{1}{4}=\frac{17}{68}=\frac{2\cdot5+7}{68}= \frac{5}{34}+\frac{7}{68}$$

We now have:

$$\frac{9}{12}+\frac{5}{34}+\frac{7}{68}=1$$
 

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