Question

number lines mathxl 2-2 practice copy f
math 6: section 6 (lms)
number lines mathxl 2-2 practi
use <, >, or = to compare.
-4.55___ -4\frac{4}{5}
-4.55 -4\frac{4}{5}

Explanation:

Step1: Convert the fraction to decimal

First, convert $- 4\frac{4}{5}$ to decimal. $4\frac{4}{5}=\frac{4\times5 + 4}{5}=\frac{24}{5}=4.8$, so $-4\frac{4}{5}=-4.8$.

Step2: Compare the decimals

When comparing two negative numbers, the number with the larger absolute - value is smaller. The absolute value of $-4.55$ is $| - 4.55|=4.55$, and the absolute value of $-4.8$ is $| - 4.8| = 4.8$. Since $4.55<4.8$, then $-4.55>-4.8$.

Answer:

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