Math Problem Statement

check again, remember its which inequaillity correctly orders the numbers

Solution

Let's review the problem again carefully and focus on correctly ordering the given numbers:

The given numbers are 54-\frac{5}{4}, 2-2, 12-\frac{1}{2}, and 0.1-0.1.

First, let's convert the fractions to decimal form for easier comparison:

  • 54=1.25-\frac{5}{4} = -1.25
  • 2=2-2 = -2
  • 12=0.5-\frac{1}{2} = -0.5
  • 0.1=0.1-0.1 = -0.1

Now, let's order these values from least to greatest: -2, -1.25, -0.5, -0.1

Thus, the correct inequality order from least to greatest is: 2<1.25<0.5<0.1-2 < -1.25 < -0.5 < -0.1

Now, let's review the provided options to identify the correct inequality:

  • A: 0.1>54>2>12-0.1 > -\frac{5}{4} > -2 > -\frac{1}{2}

    • Converted: 0.1>1.25>2>0.5-0.1 > -1.25 > -2 > -0.5
    • This is incorrect.
  • B: 0.1>2>12>54-0.1 > -2 > -\frac{1}{2} > -\frac{5}{4}

    • Converted: 0.1>2>0.5>1.25-0.1 > -2 > -0.5 > -1.25
    • This is incorrect.
  • C: 54>2>12>0.1-\frac{5}{4} > -2 > -\frac{1}{2} > -0.1

    • Converted: 1.25>2>0.5>0.1-1.25 > -2 > -0.5 > -0.1
    • This is incorrect.
  • D: 2>12>54>0.1-2 > -\frac{1}{2} > -\frac{5}{4} > -0.1

    • Converted: 2>0.5>1.25>0.1-2 > -0.5 > -1.25 > -0.1
    • This is correct.

Thus, the correct inequality that orders the numbers 54-\frac{5}{4}, 2-2, 12-\frac{1}{2}, and 0.1-0.1 is: D:2>12>54>0.1\boxed{D: \, -2 > -\frac{1}{2} > -\frac{5}{4} > -0.1}

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do I convert fractions to decimal form?
  2. Can you explain how to compare negative decimal numbers?
  3. What are some tips for ordering numbers in increasing or decreasing order?
  4. How do inequalities work with negative numbers?
  5. Could you provide more examples of ordering fractions and decimals?

Tip: When comparing negative numbers, remember that the number with the higher absolute value is actually less when both are negative (e.g., -2 is less than -1.25).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Ordering Numbers
Decimal Conversion
Inequalities

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9