Build a solid understanding of rational number relationships by asking class members to use various skills to order decimals, fractions, and numeric power expressions. Using the resource, they find that the fractions do not have an obvious common denominator, and the power expressions are both base 10.

Concepts

fraction comparisons, comparing decimals, exponential expressions

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Incorporate as a lesson opener to review decimals, fractions, and properties of exponents
• Do not allow calculators; instead, require individuals to analyze the fractions themselves

Classroom Considerations

• Requires experience with decimals, fractions, and properties of exponents

Pros

• Analysis of the numeric expressions build number sense and a familiarity with different forms of numbers
• Answer key provides teaching guidance as well as acceptable responses

Cons

• None

Common Core

6.NS.C.7.a