Comparing Numbers: Greater Than and Less Than

Ms. Marilu introduces the concept of comparing numbers using greater than and less than symbols. She explains a trick to remember these symbols by imagining them as an alligator that always eats the greater number. Through examples involving lollipops and chocolates, she demonstrates how to apply this trick to determine which number is greater. The video concludes with a farewell from Ms. Marilu.

What symbols are used to compare numbers?

• Plus and minus

• Multiply and divide

• Equal and not equal

• Greater than and less than

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What is the alligator method used for?

• To subtract numbers

• To divide numbers

• To add numbers

• To determine which number is greater

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If Sarah has 8 lollipops and James has 4, which way does the alligator's mouth point?

• Towards Sarah

• Towards James

• Towards neither

• It remains closed

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

Which group of chocolates will the alligator choose to eat?

• Both groups

• Neither group

• 19 chocolates

• 4 chocolates

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

How do we write the comparison between 4 and 19 using the alligator method?

• 19 > 4

• 19 < 4

• 4 > 19

• 4 < 19

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

Who is the presenter of the video?

• Ms. Johnson

• Mr. Smith

• Ms. Marilu

• Mr. Albert

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