Comparing Two-Digit Numbers
Grade 1 · Math · Place Value · California, USA
Lesson Summary
Use greater than, less than, and equal to with two-digit numbers.
Explanation
To compare two-digit numbers, first look at the tens digit. The number with more tens is greater. If the tens are the same, then look at the ones digit. We use special symbols: > means greater than, < means less than, and = means equal to. For example, 45 > 38 because 4 tens is more than 3 tens.
Practice Questions
Q1: Which is greater, 56 or 49?
Answer: 56
Q2: Fill in the blank with >, <, or =: 34 ___ 34
Answer: =
Q3: Which is less, 72 or 68?
Answer: 68
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Comparing Two-Digit Numbers is a lesson in the Place Value chapter of Grade 1 Math. It is part of the California, USA school curriculum and covers key concepts that students need to understand at this level.
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Comparing Two-Digit Numbers is taught in Grade 1 as part of the Math curriculum in California, USA.
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