Comparing multi-digit numbers

The  exercise appears under the 4th grade (U.S.) Math Mission. This exercise has students compare two numbers using the inequality symbols.

Types of problems
There is one type of problem that shows up in this exercise:
 * 1) Select the correct symbol: The student is given two multi-digit numbers and a blank space in between them. The student is to select the correct symbol from among the lesser than sign, greater than sign, and equals sign. Comparing multi-digit numbers.PNG

Strategies
Knowledge of place value and careful reading is essential to ensure success while doing this exercise.
 * 1) This exercise is very easy to attain both accuracy badges and speed badges. With only one type of problem and a multiple choice selection it can be done very efficiently.
 * 2) The equals sign use is very seldom (or possibly not at all).

Real-life Applications

 * 1) Basic knowledge of numbers is essential for learning algebra and the higher maths, and numbers are used for almost everything humans do.