Comparing Numbers

Front

What does it mean to compare numbers?

Back

To compare numbers means to determine which number is greater, lesser, or if they are equal.

Front

What symbol is used to show that one number is greater than another?

Back

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Front

What symbol is used to show that one number is less than another?

Back

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Front

What symbol is used to show that two numbers are equal?

Back

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Front

If you have the numbers 5 and 8, which is greater?

Back

8 is greater than 5.

Front

If you have the numbers 12 and 12, how do they compare?

Back

12 is equal to 12.

Front

How do you order the numbers 3, 1, and 2 from least to greatest?

Back

1, 2, 3.

Front

What is the first step in comparing two numbers?

Back

Look at the digits from left to right.

Front

If you have the numbers 45 and 54, which is less?

Back

45 is less than 54.

Front

What is the greatest number in the set: 10, 20, 15?

Back

20 is the greatest number.