Let's solve the math activity step by step. The task is to
compare amounts of money using the symbols:
- `<` (less than)
- `>` (greater than)
- `=` (equal to)
We need to compare each pair and fill in the correct symbol.
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Understanding the Currency Symbols
-
₱ = Philippine Peso
-
¢ = Centavo (100 centavos = 1 peso)
So:
- 1 ₱ = 100 ¢
- Therefore, to compare values with different units, convert them to the same unit (preferably pesos).
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Now let’s go through each item:
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1. ₱20.00 _____ ₱50.00
20 < 50 →
<
✔ Answer:
<
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2. 67¢ _____ ₱1.00
Convert ₱1.00 to centavos:
₱1.00 = 100¢
67¢ < 100¢ →
<
✔ Answer:
<
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3. ₱100.00 _____ ₱50.00
100 > 50 →
>
✔ Answer:
>
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4. ₱5.00 _____ ₱5.00
Equal →
=
✔ Answer:
=
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5. 25¢ _____ 10¢
25 > 10 →
>
✔ Answer:
>
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6. ₱30.00 _____ ₱30.00
Equal →
=
✔ Answer:
=
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7. ₱234.00 _____ ₱169.10
234 > 169.10 →
>
✔ Answer:
>
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8. ₱20.00 _____ 20¢
Convert ₱20.00 to centavos:
₱20.00 = 2000¢
2000¢ > 20¢ →
>
✔ Answer:
>
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9. ₱60.50 _____ ₱70.20
60.50 < 70.20 →
<
✔ Answer:
<
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10. ₱1000.00 _____ ₱500.00
1000 > 500 →
>
✔ Answer:
>
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✔ Final Answers:
1. ₱20.00
< ₱50.00
2. 67¢
< ₱1.00
3. ₱100.00
> ₱50.00
4. ₱5.00
= ₱5.00
5. 25¢
> 10¢
6. ₱30.00
= ₱30.00
7. ₱234.00
> ₱169.10
8. ₱20.00
> 20¢
9. ₱60.50
< ₱70.20
10. ₱1000.00
> ₱500.00
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🔍 Explanation Summary:
- Always make sure both amounts are in the
same unit before comparing.
- Convert
centavos to
pesos or vice versa when needed.
- Use number sense: larger numbers mean more money.
- Be careful with decimals — compare digit by digit if needed.
Let me know if you'd like this as a printable answer sheet!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of comparing coins worksheet.
