Comparing Positive and Negative Numbers

Grade 6β€’45 minutes

Learning Objective

I can use a number line to compare positive and negative numbers and explain which is greater or less.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 6 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. On a number line, where would you place the numbers -5 and -2? Which number is greater and why?

2. Explain how you would use a number line to compare the numbers 3 and -4. Which is greater, and how can you tell?

3. If you have the numbers -6, -1, and 2, arrange them in order from least to greatest. Explain your reasoning.

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