Comparing Three-Digit Numbers
Aligned to 2.NBT.A.4 — Common Core State Standards for Mathematics.
What this lesson teaches
To compare two numbers, look at the hundreds first. If they match, check the tens, then the ones. Use > (greater), < (less), or = (equal).
Worked example
Compare 342 and 337. Hundreds are equal (3=3). Tens: 4 is more than 3, so 342 > 337.
Practice questions
- Compare 518 and 581 using >, <, or =.
- Compare 264 and 264 using >, <, or =.
- Compare 700 and 699 using >, <, or =.
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Comparar números de tres dígitos
Para comparar dos números, mira primero las centenas. Si son iguales, revisa las decenas y luego las unidades. Usa > (mayor), < (menor) o = (igual).
Ejemplo: Compara 342 y 337. Las centenas son iguales (3=3). Decenas: 4 es más que 3, entonces 342 > 337.
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