Comparing Numbers with Base 10 Blocks

This video tutorial from Kids Academy introduces a worksheet focused on comparing numbers using base 10 blocks. It begins with an overview and explanation of base 10 blocks, including cubes and longs, and their respective values. The tutorial then demonstrates how to compare numbers by counting these blocks, providing step-by-step instructions and example problems. The video concludes with a recap of the key concepts and encourages viewers to subscribe for more content.

What is the value of a single cube in base 10 blocks?

• 20

• 10

• 1

• 5

How many cubes make up a long in base 10 blocks?

• 5

• 10

• 15

• 20

If you have two longs and two cubes, what number do they represent?

• 12

• 22

• 32

• 42

In the example, which number is greater: 22 or 13?

• They are equal

• 22

• Cannot be determined

• 13

What should you do first when comparing numbers using base 10 blocks?

• Draw the comparison symbol

• Check the answer

• Count the longs

• Count the cubes

How many longs are there in a number that represents 50?

• 3

• 6

• 4

• 5

In the worksheet example, which number is greater: 54 or 45?

• They are equal

• 54

• 45

• Cannot be determined

If two numbers have the same number of longs, what should you count next?

• The cubes

• The comparison symbols

• The total blocks

• The tens

In the final example, what is the total number of blocks on the left side?

• 67

• 77

• 47

• 57

What is the key takeaway from the video about comparing numbers?

• Always count the cubes first

• Comparison symbols are not important

• Counting longs helps in quick comparison

• Numbers are always equal