Question

At the yearly find-raising drive,the nonprofit company's goal was to raise $55,500 each day.After three days it had raised $55,053;$56,482;and $55,593.Which amount was less than the daily goal??

Answer 1

Alright, let's see all the numbers!
55,500
55,053
56,482
55,592

The first thing we look for is the number to the left. All of these are 5, so that doesn't mark anything off. For the second number, we have one six, and that is more than five, so 56,482 > 55,500. For the third number, we have two remaining numbers

55,500 is the goal

55,053
55,593

The third numbers are 5,0, and 5 respectively. Since 0 is less than 5, 55,500 > 55,053 and you have your answer!