To compare fractions and mixed numbers, convert all to improper fractions with a common denominator, or convert to decimals.

Convert all numbers to the same form. Use decimals or a common denominator of 8.
\(3\dfrac{3}{4} = \dfrac{15}{4} = \dfrac{30}{8}\)	=	3.75
\(\dfrac{33}{8}\)	=	4.125
\(\dfrac{17}{4} = \dfrac{34}{8}\)	=	4.25
4 = \(\dfrac{32}{8}\)	=	4.0
Decreasing order (largest first): 4.25 > 4.125 > 4.0 > 3.75
Order	=	\(\dfrac{17}{4}, \dfrac{33}{8}, 4, 3\dfrac{3}{4}\)