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Which number is greater?

  • A

    539,982

  • B

    569,998

The correct answer is "569,998".


Solution:
Consider the numbers: 539,982 and 569,998.

Notice that both numbers have six digits.

Write these numbers in a place value chart.

Observe that the hundred thousands digit in both numbers is the same.

So, we compare the ten thousands digits.

The ten thousands digit in 539,982 is 3 and in 569,998 is 6.

Now, 6 is greater than 3.

So, 569,998 > 539,982

That is, the number 569,998 is greater than 539,982.