Question

question 9 (1 point)
select the symbol that makes each statement true.
column a\tcolumn b
1.
5.62 - 5.8\t a. >, <, =
2.
73.1 - 69.6\t b. >, <, =
3.
-3.4 - 1.5\t

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze 5.62 vs 5.8

Compare the two decimals. 5.62 has 0.62 and 5.8 is 5.80. Since 0.62 < 0.80, 5.62 < 5.8. So symbol is <.

Step2: Analyze 73.1 vs 69.6

73.1 is greater than 69.6 (73 > 69), so symbol is >.

Step3: Analyze -3.4 vs -1.5

For negative numbers, the one with larger absolute value is smaller. | -3.4 | = 3.4, | -1.5 | = 1.5. 3.4 > 1.5, so -3.4 < -1.5. Symbol is <.

Answer:

1. <
2. >
3. <