Comparing Numbers: Greater Than
A Grade 4 math worksheet focusing on comparing numbers using the greater than (>) symbol.
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Comparing Numbers: Greater Than
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. Remember, the greater than symbol (>) points to the smaller number, and the open side faces the larger number.
1. When we say a number is greater than another, we use the symbol .
2. The open side of the greater than symbol always faces the number.
3. The pointed side of the greater than symbol always faces the number.
1. Which statement correctly uses the greater than symbol?
45 < 32
100 > 200
78 > 65
50 < 40
2. Which number makes the statement true: 567 > ?
576
657
500
600
Write the correct symbol (>, <, or =) in the blank.
1. 3,456 3,465
2. 9,870 9,870
3. 1,234 1,200
4. 5,000 4,999
Use the number line below to help you compare the numbers. Circle the number that is greater.
1. 30 and 25
2. 70 and 80
3. 45 and 54
Read each word problem and write a number sentence using the greater than (>) symbol.
1. Sarah has 25 stickers and Tom has 18 stickers. Write a number sentence to show that Sarah has more stickers than Tom.
2. A red car traveled 150 miles and a blue car traveled 120 miles. Write a number sentence to show which car traveled a greater distance.