if you are asked to compare two numbers,what two operations might you use?

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Answer 1

imagine the two numbers sitting (or standing)on a number-line.

the one farther to the left of the other is the lesser number. This is the easiest & best method.

 

otherwise, you might use EITHER (1) division or (2) subtraction. But you have to keep your wits about you if negative signs are involved.