Question

Which sign makes the statement true?

6.92 × 10^5 9.612 × 10^5
> = <

Answer 1

To compare the two numbers \(6.92 \times 10^5\) and \(9.612 \times 10^5\), we can compare their coefficients since they are both multiplied by the same power of ten.

1. The coefficients are:
- \(6.92\)
- \(9.612\)

2. Now, compare \(6.92\) and \(9.612\):
- \(6.92 < 9.612\)

Since \(6.92\) is less than \(9.612\), we can conclude that:

\[
6.92 \times 10^5 < 9.612 \times 10^5
\]

Thus, the statement becomes:

\[
6.92 \times 10^5 < 9.612 \times 10^5
\]

So, the correct sign is:
\(\text{<}\)