Grade 1 · Year 2 · Class 1 · ages 6–7 · Number sense
Greater than, less than and equal to: Grade 1 practice
Comparing two numbers using the signs <, > and =. Eight questions at a time, instant feedback and a mastery score from 0 to 100.
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The idea in one minute
The sign opens towards the bigger number, like a hungry crocodile mouth.
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One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy 17 14
Answer: >
Medium 89 7
Answer: >
Challenge 141 411
Answer: <
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Greater than, less than and equal to: questions
What grade is greater than, less than and equal to?
It is usually taught in Grade 1 (Year 2 in England, Class 1 in India, ages 6–7), though schools and countries differ. Try the grade above or below if it feels too hard or too easy.
What does a greater than, less than and equal to question look like?
For example: "89 … 7" The answer is >. The sign opens towards the bigger number, like a hungry crocodile mouth.
What should I learn before and after greater than, less than and equal to?
It is a good place to start in this topic. After it, move on to skip counting (Grade 1).
How can I get better at greater than, less than and equal to?
The sign opens towards the bigger number, like a hungry crocodile mouth. Practise a little every day, read the hint after each wrong answer, and use the printable worksheet when you want to write it out.
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