1. The problem asks us to compare pairs of numbers and determine which is greater. 2. To compare two numbers, start from the leftmost digit (the highest place value) and move right. 3. The first digit where the two numbers differ determines which number is larger. 4. For example, compare 34,562 and 36,124: - The digits in the ten-thousands place are 3 and 3 (equal). - The digits in the thousands place are 4 and 6. - Since 6 thousands > 4 thousands, 36,124 is greater. 5. To do this for your own pairs, write two numbers, then look at each digit from left to right. 6. Circle the larger number. 7. Write a sentence explaining which digit made the numbers different and why that digit determines the larger number. 8. Repeat this for 10 pairs of numbers up to 100,000. 9. This method works because digits in higher place values represent larger amounts. 10. Always compare digits from left to right until you find a difference. Example pair: 58,732 vs 58,729 - The digits are the same until the ones place: 2 vs 9 - Since 9 > 2, 58,729 is greater because 9 ones > 2 ones. This is how you complete the "Greater or Less Than Hunt" activity.