NumberKey Stage 3

Comparing numbers using inequality symbols

Choose the correct comparison symbol.

  • Use for less than and for greater than.
  • The open side faces the greater number.
  • Use only when the values are equal.

Example 1

Complete using , or .

The open side faces the greater number. For negative numbers, the value nearer zero is greater.

Example 2

Complete using , or .

The open side faces the greater number. For negative numbers, the value nearer zero is greater.

Remember
Use only when the values are equal.

Your turn

Question 1

Complete using , or .

Check answer

The open side faces the greater number. For negative numbers, the value nearer zero is greater.

Question 2

Complete using , or .

Check answer

The open side faces the greater number. For negative numbers, the value nearer zero is greater.

Question 3

Complete using , or .

Check answer

The open side faces the greater number. For negative numbers, the value nearer zero is greater.

Question 4

Complete using , or .

Check answer

The open side faces the greater number. For negative numbers, the value nearer zero is greater.

Question 5

Complete using , or .

Check answer

The open side faces the greater number. For negative numbers, the value nearer zero is greater.