Comparing and Ordering Integers and Decimals

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What is an integer?

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An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero. Examples include -3, 0, and 5.

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that includes a decimal point, representing a fraction of a whole. Examples include 1.5, -2.3, and 0.75.

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How do you compare integers?

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To compare integers, look at their value on the number line. The number further to the right is greater.

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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, align the decimal points and compare digit by digit from left to right.

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What does it mean to order numbers from greatest to least?

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Ordering from greatest to least means arranging numbers starting with the highest value and ending with the lowest.

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What does it mean to order numbers from least to greatest?

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Ordering from least to greatest means arranging numbers starting with the lowest value and ending with the highest.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is '>'.

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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The symbol for 'less than' is '<'.

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What is the symbol for 'equal to'?

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The symbol for 'equal to' is '='.

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Order the integers from least to greatest: 3, -1, 0, -5.

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-5, -1, 0, 3.