ok so I'll show u a trick when it < or > with a line under it it's a closed circle and where ever th x is is what side the line will be going so the x is on the left side so the arrow will be going left hope this helps ur probably a 6th or 5th grader lol
This is a very basic area problem. You should try refreshing on some of your multiplication and addition skills. Try reading patterns, maybe. Also learning geometric proofs is VITAL.