Question

develop comparing positive and negative numbers
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on a winter day, adrian checks the outdoor temperatures in three nearby cities. adrian discusses how the temperatures are related. what are all the possible comparisons he can make? how can he use words and/or symbols

Explanation:

Step1: Identify Temperatures

From the phone screen (assuming visible temps: let's say 2°F, -5°F, -1°F).

Step2: Compare Pairs

• 2°F vs -5°F: 2 > -5 (2 is warmer than -5)
• 2°F vs -1°F: 2 > -1 (2 is warmer than -1)
• -5°F vs -1°F: -1 > -5 (-1 is warmer than -5)

Step3: Write Comparisons

Using words and symbols:

• 2 degrees Fahrenheit is greater than -5 degrees Fahrenheit: \( 2 > -5 \)
• 2 degrees Fahrenheit is greater than -1 degrees Fahrenheit: \( 2 > -1 \)
• -1 degree Fahrenheit is greater than -5 degrees Fahrenheit: \( -1 > -5 \)

Answer:

Comparisons: \( 2 > -5 \) (2°F is warmer than -5°F), \( 2 > -1 \) (2°F is warmer than -1°F), \( -1 > -5 \) (-1°F is warmer than -5°F)