Comparing and Ordering Decimals

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WALT & Success Criteria

WALT: We are learning to compare and order decimals to two decimal places and write them correctly.

Success criteria: I can read decimals to two places, compare using place value, order a list of decimals, and write decimals with trailing zeros when needed.

Differentiation: Provide number lines and 100-square visuals for learners who need concrete support; allow calculators for checking only after working out the reasoning.

Extension: Challenge students to order decimals that include thousandths or to explain why 2.40 = 2.4 using place value language.

Dyslexia-friendly reading options: Read questions aloud, use larger spacing, and highlight key numbers; provide individual copies with increased spacing if needed.

📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice (Choose one)

1. Which number is greatest?

3.45

3.54

3.5

2. Which is the smallest?

0.90

0.9

0.89

3. Which is written correctly to two decimal places?

4.5

4.50

04.50

4. Check all that apply: Which statements are true?

1.25 = 1.250

2.30 is greater than 2.3

0.70 = 0.7

3.05 is less than 3.5

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers and Ordering

5. Write these numbers in order from smallest to largest: 2.4, 2.39, 2.40, 2.3

6. Put these prices in ascending order and write them with two decimal places: $4.5, $4.05, $4.50, $4.55

7. Fill in the missing decimal to make a correctly ordered sequence: 5.67, 5.__, 5.69

8. Use <, > or = to compare (write the symbol in the gap):

a) 0.80 ____ 0.8

b) 1.05 ____ 1.5

c) 3.20 ____ 3.2

Teacher note: For students who finish early, ask them to write a short explanation (one or two sentences) describing how they decide which decimal is larger. Advanced students can order five mixed decimals including a tie (e.g. 2.30 and 2.3) and explain the tie using place value words.