Comparing Numbers with Symbols
Grade 8th Grade · Math · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can compare and order rational numbers using greater than, less than, and equal symbols.
Warm-Up Video
Mometrix Academy · 6:15
Ordering Rational Numbers
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
A rational number is any number that can be turned into a fraction with an integer in both the numerator and the denominator.
- 2
One effective way to order rational numbers is to convert them all into decimals and then arrange them from least to greatest or greatest to least.
- 3
To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator; for square roots, find the two perfect squares the number falls between.
Practice Questions
9 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Compare each pair of rational numbers using the correct symbol (>, <, or =). Show your work by converting numbers to decimals or estimating square roots where necessary. a) ⅗ ___ 0.62 b) 75% ___ ¾ c) √50 ___ 7.1”
Teacher Guide
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- Answer keys for all questions
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