Question

topic: comparing whole numbers
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choose the expression that correctly compares the numbers 13 and 31.
31 < 13
13 > 31
31 > 13
31 = 13

Explanation:

Step1: Recall number comparison

Whole numbers: 13 and 31. Compare digits. Tens place: 1 (13) vs 3 (31). 3 > 1, so 31 > 13.

Step2: Evaluate options

• \(31 < 13\): False (31 is larger).
• \(13 > 31\): False (13 is smaller).
• \(31 > 13\): True (31's tens digit is larger).
• \(31 = 13\): False (numbers are different).

Answer:

C. \(31 > 13\) (assuming option labels, but based on the correct expression, the answer is the option with \(31 > 13\))