Let's solve each problem by comparing the two numbers in each pair and placing the correct symbol (> , < , or =) in the box.
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1. 5 □ 3
- 5 is greater than 3
✔ Answer: >
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2. 8 □ 12
- 8 is less than 12
✔ Answer: <
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3. 17 □ 8
- 17 is greater than 8
✔ Answer: >
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4. 13 □ 13
- 13 is equal to 13
✔ Answer: =
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5. 3 □ 2
- 3 is greater than 2
✔ Answer: >
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6. 7 □ 16
- 7 is less than 16
✔ Answer: <
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7. 6 □ 6
- 6 is equal to 6
✔ Answer: =
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8. 9 □ 12
- 9 is less than 12
✔ Answer: <
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9. 20 □ 15
- 20 is greater than 15
✔ Answer: >
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10. 10 □ 20
- 10 is less than 20
✔ Answer: <
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✔ Final Answers:
1. 5
> 3
2. 8
< 12
3. 17
> 8
4. 13
= 13
5. 3
> 2
6. 7
< 16
7. 6
= 6
8. 9
< 12
9. 20
> 15
10. 10
< 20
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🔍 Explanation:
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Greater than (>): Use when the number on the left is larger.
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Less than (<): Use when the number on the left is smaller.
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Equal to (=): Use when both numbers are the same.
This helps build number sense and understanding of magnitude.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of greater than less than printable worksheet.
