Comparing Decimals Worksheets

This series of decimal worksheets is based on comparing decimals using the greater than, lesser than or equal to symbols. A number of cut-and-glue activities, activities using number lines and base 10 blocks help 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade learners to grasp the basics of comparing decimals. To enable easy downloads, the worksheets are classified into decimal values up to tenths, hundredths, thousandths and ten thousandths. Free worksheets are also included.

Comparing Decimals to Hundredths

Incorporating decimal numbers with tenths and hundredths places, this pdf exercise provides elemental practice on comparing decimals! Analyze the whole number part and the decimal part separately and compare the decimals using greater than, less than or equal to symbols.

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Comparing Decimals using Number Lines

Use the number lines provided to compare each pair of decimals in these grade 4 pdf worksheets. Next, employ the correct symbols (<, >, =) to denote the relationship between the decimal numbers.

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Comparing Decimals to Thousandths

Which is greater, 15.61 or 15.611? Get ahead comparing numbers with up to three decimal places with this set and answer such questions in a jiffy! In this case, 15.611 is greater than 15.61.

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Cut-and-Glue Activity

This batch of printable comparing worksheets is based on the popular concept "the alligator eats the bigger number". Cut out the beaks/mouths of animals that resemble < or > symbols and glue them appropriately in the boxes.

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Comparing Decimals using Base 10 Blocks

This set of worksheets uses a visual model of base 10 blocks to represent decimals. Write down the decimals represented by the blocks. Then, use appropriate symbols to compare them.

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Identify the Greatest or Smallest Decimal

Keenly observe each series of decimals provided in these pdf worksheets and circle as stated. Compare the decimals to determine the greatest number in part A and smallest number in part B.

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Comparing Decimals to Ten Thousandths

Hone your comparing decimal skills to perfection with this set of printable worksheets for grade 5 and grade 6! Begin comparing the whole number part, and then proceed to the decimal place values, and fill in the boxes with <, >, = symbols.

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Addition/Subtraction of Decimals: Easy

Add or subtract decimals on the left. Then, compare the answer with the decimal number displayed on the right. Insert the appropriate symbols (<, >, =) to complete the worksheet.

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Addition/Subtraction of Decimals: Moderate

This set of two-level pdf worksheets requires students to perform addition or subtraction operations on both sides. Compare the answers derived and use the precise symbol (< / > / =) to denote their relationship.

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Multiplication/Division of Decimals: Easy

Multiply or divide the decimal values featured on the left. Then, compare the product or quotient with the decimal value on the right. Fill in the box with the correct symbols.

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Multiplication/Division of Decimals: Moderate

Perform multiplication or division operations on both sides. Next, compare the values and fill the correct symbol in the box. Answer keys are provided below each printable worksheet.

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