Alphabetical Order

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What is alphabetical order?

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Alphabetical order is the arrangement of words or items based on the sequence of letters in the alphabet, starting from A to Z.

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How do you determine which word comes first in alphabetical order?

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To determine which word comes first, compare the first letters of each word. If they are the same, compare the second letters, and continue until a difference is found.

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Which word comes last in alphabetical order: 'lamp', 'cat', or 'wood'?

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The word 'wood' comes last in alphabetical order.

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What is an example of a list that is not in alphabetical order?

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An example of a list that is not in alphabetical order is 'tractor, digger, trailer'.

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What is an example of a list that is in alphabetical order?

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An example of a list that is in alphabetical order is 'coconut, pillow, teapot'.

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What is the significance of the first letter in determining alphabetical order?

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The first letter is the primary factor in determining alphabetical order; it establishes the initial position of the word in the sequence.

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If two words start with the same letter, what should you compare next?

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If two words start with the same letter, you should compare the second letter next.

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What is the correct alphabetical order of the following words: 'dog', 'dolphin', 'door'?

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The correct alphabetical order is 'dog', 'dolphin', 'door'.

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Can numbers be arranged in alphabetical order?

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Yes, numbers can be arranged in alphabetical order if they are written out as words (e.g., 'eight', 'five', 'three').

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What is a common mistake when sorting words alphabetically?

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A common mistake is not considering the full word and only focusing on the first letter.