Comparing Whole Numbers in Base 10

What is the first step in comparing two whole numbers in base 10?

• Add the numbers together.

• Start comparing from the rightmost digit.

• Convert the numbers to fractions.

• Align the numbers according to their place value.

When comparing two numbers, what should you do if the digits in the same place value are equal?

• Switch the numbers.

• Subtract the digits.

• Move to the next place value to the right.

• Stop the comparison.

In the example given, which place value had unequal digits?

• Thousands place

• Units place

• Hundreds place

• Ten thousands place

What does it mean if the digit in the second number is greater than the digit in the first number at a certain place value?

• The comparison is invalid.

• The second number is greater.

• The numbers are equal.

• The first number is greater.

How should the greater than symbol be oriented when writing a comparison?

• It should be placed between the numbers without orientation.

• It should be placed above the numbers.

• The open side should face the smaller number.

• The open side should face the larger number.