Use equality and inequality symbols to compare the relative size of two numbers
I can use the equality and inequality symbols to compare the relative size of two numbers.
Use equality and inequality symbols to compare the relative size of two numbers
I can use the equality and inequality symbols to compare the relative size of two numbers.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Use the symbols < > and = to compare pictorial representations.
- Use the symbols < > and = to compare numerical expressions.
- Compare 2 sets where the objects are not arranged linearly.
- Use a number line to help with sense of number.
- Moving along the number line corresponds to an increase in the value of the numbers - movement is magnitude.
Common misconception
Children may confuse the symbols < and >
Use lots of practical examples with cubes or objects inside the symbols so children can see the larger end contains the greater amount.
Keywords
Number line - a line with numbers placed in their correct position.
More than / greater than - has a greater amount / more items.
Fewer than / less than - has a lesser amount / fewer items.
Equal to / the same - exactly the same amount or value.
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