Question

Which statements are true?

Choose all answers that are correct.

A.
–8.93 > –8.4

B.
–0.7 > –6.12

C.
7.1 > 7.24

D.
–3.2 > –3.6

Answer 1

B and D
With negative numbers, the one that looks "the lowest" is actually greater because it is closer to zero than the opposing number.

Answer 2

If you deal with these negatives, you can switch the signs to positive and switch the inequality sign.

A.
8.93 < 8.4

B.
0.7 < 6.12

C.
7.1 > 7.24

D.
3.2 < 3.6

So your answers are B and D.

Answer 3

@iGreen
Huh, I didn't think of that. That's a pretty nifty trick.