Let's re-evaluate the expression $69 \frac{2}{9} - 31 \frac{1}{9} - 12 \frac{4}{9}$ and find the correct equivalent rational numbers.

1. Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions: $69 \frac{2}{9} = \frac{69 \times 9 + 2}{9} = \frac{621 + 2}{9} = \frac{623}{9}$ $31 \frac{1}{9} = \frac{31 \times 9 + 1}{9} = \frac{279 + 1}{9} = \frac{280}{9}$ $12 \frac{4}{9} = \frac{12 \times 9 + 4}{9} = \frac{108 + 4}{9} = \frac{112}{9}$

2. Perform the subtraction: $69 \frac{2}{9} - 31 \frac{1}{9} - 12 \frac{4}{9} = \frac{623}{9} - \frac{280}{9} - \frac{112}{9}$ Combine the fractions: $\frac{623 - 280 - 112}{9} = \frac{231}{9}$

3. Simplify the improper fraction: $\frac{231}{9} = 25 \frac{6}{9} = 25 \frac{2}{3}$

Now, let's compare this result with the given options:

1. $-26 \frac{5}{9}$
2. $\frac{239}{9}$
3. $50 \frac{5}{9}$
4. $\frac{455}{9}$

We need to confirm the rational number equivalent to our result:

• $\frac{231}{9}$ is an exact match to the simplified form we calculated.

However, if we re-check all given options:

• $\frac{239}{9}$ and $\frac{455}{9}$ are improper fractions not simplifying to our previous results.

The rational equivalents should be validated through direct calculation. Rechecking:

• Rational equivalent found previously was $\frac{231}{9} = 25 \frac{6}{9} = 25 \frac{2}{3}$.

Thus, confirming proper validation, accurate matching $\frac{231}{9} = 25 \frac{2}{3}$ equates rational equivalent form.

Options accordingly:

• $\frac{239}{9}$
• $\frac{455}{9}$
• 25 fractions (among given choices).

Correct confirmations imply:

1. $-26 \frac{5}{9}$ Incorrect.
2. $\frac{239}{9}$ Incorrect.
3. $50 \frac{5}{9}$ Incorrect.
4. $\frac{455}{9}$ Incorrect.

Confirm correct rational form simplified alongside.

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