THINK ABOUT WHAT YOU SAW 6

Think about the following questions and say your answers out loud.

  • Why is it helpful to compare numbers when looking at results?
  • How can fractions and decimals help us describe how much something is?
  • How can you tell which value is larger, smaller, or in between?

Important idea to remember:

  • Numbers help us compare and understand results.
  • Fractions and decimals show how much of something there is, and they help us order values from smallest to largest.
  • Comparing numbers helps us see patterns and make sense of data.