IM Unit 4: From Hundredths to Hundred-Thousands Study Guide

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

Back

The symbol '>' means 'greater than'. It is used to compare two numbers, indicating that the number on the left is larger than the number on the right.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

Back

The symbol '<' means 'less than'. It is used to compare two numbers, indicating that the number on the left is smaller than the number on the right.

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What does the symbol '=' mean?

Back

The symbol '=' means 'equal to'. It indicates that two numbers are the same in value.

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How do you compare decimals?

Back

To compare decimals, align the decimal points and compare digit by digit from left to right. The first digit that differs determines which decimal is greater.

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What is the value of 8.29 compared to 8.31?

Back

8.29 is less than 8.31, so we write 8.29 < 8.31.

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What is the value of 347,201 compared to 378,098?

Back

347,201 is less than 378,098, so we write 347,201 < 378,098.

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What is the value of 298,876 compared to 34,567?

Back

298,876 is greater than 34,567, so we write 298,876 > 34,567.

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Which number is smaller: 298,876 or 34,567?

Back

34,567 is the smaller number.

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How do you determine which of two numbers is larger?

Back

To determine which number is larger, compare their values. The number with the higher value is larger.

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What is the value of 14.6 compared to 1.46?

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14.6 is greater than 1.46, so we write 14.6 > 1.46.