Question

order from least to greatest.
4.397 4.4 4.38
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smallest number middle number largest number

Explanation:

Step1: Compare tenths place

All numbers have 4 in the ones place. For tenths: 4.38 and 4.397 have 3, 4.4 has 4. So 4.4 is larger than the other two.

Step2: Compare hundredths place

For 4.38 (hundredths: 8) and 4.397 (hundredths: 9). Since \(8 < 9\), \(4.38 < 4.397\).

Step3: Order the numbers

From least to greatest: \(4.38\), \(4.397\), \(4.4\).

Answer:

smallest number: 4.38, middle number: 4.397, largest number: 4.4