Max Maths, Year 4, Try it, Comparing and ordering decimals (1)

In a Year 4 mathematics exercise from Max Maths, students are encouraged to develop their understanding of decimals through comparison. The 'Try it' section presents a series of tasks designed to help learners identify and order decimal numbers. The first activity asks students to choose the greater number from pairs of decimals. They must analyse the given decimal values and tick the box next to the number they determine to be larger. This exercise is fundamental in helping students recognise the value of each decimal place and compare numbers accordingly.

The second activity focuses on finding the smaller decimal number using a visual aid: the number line. Students are given pairs of decimal numbers and must locate and tick the smaller one on the provided number line. For example, they compare 1.11 with 1.06, and then 4.35 with 4.40, among others, to determine which is less. This activity not only reinforces their understanding of decimal place value but also allows them to practice using a number line as a tool for comparing decimals. These exercises are essential for building a solid foundation in number sense and preparing students for more complex mathematical concepts.