Math Example--Place Value--Comparing and Ordering Whole Numbers Using Place Value--Example 19

Topic

Comparing and Ordering Whole Numbers

Description

Two numbers (12,632 and 13,216) are compared by place value with a five-digit grid. Example 19. Compare 12,632 and 13,216. Ten thousands digits are equal. Thousands digits differ: 2 < 3. Therefore, 12,632 < 13,216.

Understanding place value helps students learn how to compare and order whole numbers accurately. By examining the digits from left to right, students grasp which number is larger based on their place values. These examples offer visual aids and step-by-step comparisons that make these abstract concepts tangible.

Seeing multiple worked-out examples is essential for students to grasp comparing and ordering numbers. Each example reinforces the steps and nuances involved in comparing place values, highlighting how slight variations in digits impact overall value.

Teacher’s Script: "Look closely at each place value to compare the numbers. For instance, here we compare 13,216 and 12,632. This method helps us determine which number is larger or smaller by examining each digit’s position."

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