Question

compare these two numbers.
$-\pi$ ? $-2.\overline{9}$
$>$ $<$

Explanation:

Step1: Approximate $\pi$ value

$\pi \approx 3.1416$, so $-\pi \approx -3.1416$

Step2: Approximate repeating decimal

$-2.\overline{9} = -3$

Step3: Compare the two values

On the number line, $-3.1416$ is to the left of $-3$, so $-3.1416 < -3$

Answer:

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