Question

write the numbers in order from least to greatest.
5.78, -5 7/8, -5.9

Answer 1

To arrange the numbers from least to greatest, we first need to convert any fractions and decimals to a common format.

1. **Convert -5 7/8 to decimal**:
- 7/8 = 0.875
- So, -5 7/8 = -5 - 0.875 = -5.875

Now, we compare the numbers:
- 5.78
- -5.875
- -5.9

Now, let's line them up:
- -5.9 (this is the smallest)
- -5.875
- 5.78 (this is the largest)

Now, we write them in order from least to greatest:
-5.9, -5 7/8, 5.78