Math Problem Statement

Which sign makes the statement true? -√3 ? -11/10

Solution

The problem asks which sign (greater than > or less than <) makes the statement true:

3?1110-\sqrt{3} \, ? \, -\frac{11}{10}

Let's evaluate both sides.

  1. Evaluate 3-\sqrt{3}:

    • The square root of 3 is approximately 31.732\sqrt{3} \approx 1.732.
    • Therefore, 31.732-\sqrt{3} \approx -1.732.
  2. Evaluate 1110-\frac{11}{10}:

    • 1110=1.1-\frac{11}{10} = -1.1.

Now, compare the two values:

  • 1.732-1.732 is less than 1.1-1.1.

Thus, the correct sign to make the statement true is <.

So the complete statement is: 3<1110-\sqrt{3} < -\frac{11}{10}

Would you like any more details or have any other questions?


Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. What is the value of 2\sqrt{2} and how does it compare to 54-\frac{5}{4}?
  2. How would you express 1110\frac{11}{10} as a decimal?
  3. Can you explain why negative square roots are always less than their positive counterparts?
  4. How would you determine the correct sign for 32-\frac{3}{2} and 1.5-1.5?
  5. What is the approximate decimal value of 5\sqrt{5} and how does it compare to 22?

Tip: Remember that when comparing negative numbers, the one with the smaller absolute value is actually greater.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inequalities
Square Roots
Negative Numbers

Formulas

√x ≈ 1.732 when x = 3
Fraction to Decimal Conversion

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8