Greater Than, Less Than (Grade 5)

Greater Than, Less Than (Grade 5)

Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. Use the symbols < (less than), > (greater than), or = (equal to) to compare the numbers.

Use <, >, or = to compare the following whole numbers.

1. 5,432   5,342

2. 12,987   12,987

3. 99,999   100,000

4. 234,567   243,567

Use <, >, or = to compare the following decimals.

1. 0.75   0.7

2. 1.25   1.250

3. 3.01   3.1

4. 0.05   0.5

1. Plot the numbers 0.5, 1.2, and 0.8 on the number line below. Then, write them in order from least to greatest.

Order:  

1. Which symbol correctly compares the fractions: 1/2   3/4?

2. Use the fraction bars to compare 2/3 and 4/6. Write your answer using <, >, or =.

Answer: 2/3   4/6

1. 0.9 is greater than 0.90.