Continuing from our previous comparison, now consider a new set of fractions. Compare the values of the following fractions by filling in the blank with <, >, or =. 

(5 / 2) _ (1 / 2)

Now, think about what would happen if the first fraction was changed from (5 / 2) to (3 / 2). How would this change affect the comparison? Write down a similar comparison question replacing 5 with 3.