Question

Write an inequality for the following statement. 9 is greater than a

Answer 1

Answer:

9>a

Step-by-step explanation:

the side with the bigger opening means that side of the inequality has a greater value  so since 9 is greater than a the bigger opening will go to 9.

Answer 2

Answer:

9>a

Step-by-step explanation:

The greater than symbol is >

The less than symbol is <

It can be helpful to imagine the signs as little crocodile mouths. They will turn their heads to the biggest catch, or in this case, the greater number. So the open end of the sign will be towards the greater number.