Question

"Which number can be inserted in the parentheses so the numbers are ordered from least to greatest?" -3,(),-1 1/8 A. -3 1/2 B. 0 C. -2 1/4 D 1 1/2

Answer 1

Option C

Explanation:

The first number is - 3, then we have a blank and the third number is - 1 1/8

In order for the numbers to be arranged from least to greatest, the number in the center should be greater than -3, and lesser than -1 1/8

Note that for negative numbers, the larger the constant, the smaller the number. i.e. -5 is smaller than -4.

So from the given options, the only number that is greater than -3 and lesser than -1 1/8 is - 2 1/4

So, option C gives us the correct answer to have the numbers ordered from least to greatest.