Comparing Whole Numbers: Place Value Insights

The video tutorial explains how to compare two numbers, 394 and 397, using less than and greater than symbols. It begins by introducing the concept of comparison and the symbols used. The tutorial then provides a detailed comparison of the two numbers, highlighting the importance of understanding the orientation of the symbols. Finally, it demonstrates how to write these comparisons correctly, ensuring the larger number is placed on the appropriate side of the symbol.

Which two numbers are being compared in the video?

• 394 and 400

• 394 and 397

• 397 and 400

• 390 and 397

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

• <

• >

• =

• ≥

Which symbol represents 'greater than'?

• ≤

• =

• >

• <

What is the hundreds place value of both 394 and 397?

• 3

• 7

• 9

• 4

Which number is smaller: 394 or 397?

• 394

• 397

• They are equal

• Cannot be determined

How do you write that 394 is less than 397 using symbols?

• 394 ≤ 397

• 394 < 397

• 394 > 397

• 394 = 397

What is a way to remember the 'less than' symbol?

• The larger number is on the side with the larger opening

• The larger number is on the side with the smaller opening

• The smaller number is on the side with the smaller opening

• The smaller number is on the side with the larger opening

How would you write that 397 is greater than 394?

• 397 > 394

• 397 < 394

• 397 = 394

• 397 ≤ 394