Question

compare using < or >. drag the symbol into the box to correctly complete the inequality. $-\frac{2}{5} square -0.35$

Explanation:

Step1: Convert fraction to decimal

Convert \(-\frac{2}{5}\) to decimal. \(-\frac{2}{5} = -2\div5 = -0.4\).

Step2: Compare two decimals

We have \(-0.4\) and \(-0.35\). For negative numbers, the one with the larger absolute value is smaller. Since \(|-0.4| = 0.4\) and \(|-0.35| = 0.35\), and \(0.4>0.35\), so \(-0.4 < -0.35\). Thus, \(-\frac{2}{5} < -0.35\).

Answer:

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