Question

compare these two numbers.
$-\pi$ ? $-2.\overline{9}$
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Explanation:

Step1: Convert to decimal values

$\pi \approx 3.1416$, so $-\pi \approx -3.1416$; $-2.\overline{9} = -3$

Step2: Compare the two decimals

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

Answer:

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