Integer Comparison
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Integer Comparison |
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Comparison Symbols < is less than > is greater than = equals |
Using a comparison symbol with integers:
 | Mentally, graph the two integers on the number line; The number furthest left on the number line is the smaller number. |
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When writing the symbol, always point to the smaller number, wherever it is .... |
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When reading the symbol, always say whether the first number is greater or less than the second. |
The following are examples of the integer number comparison:
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Reading a comparison:
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Check Your Understanding
Test your skill at reading a comparison ....
- Enter two numbers between -99999 and 999999.
- Think of how you believe the comparison should be read.
- Click the button "Check" and check your answer.
