Habib says that 0.34 > 12

because 0.34 = 34
. Which choice best explains Habib's error?

CLEAR CHECK

34
< 12

0.34 = 34 tenths, not 34

0.34 = 34 hundredths, not 34

Cannot compare fractions and decimals

1 answer

The correct explanation for Habib's error is that 0.34 is equal to 34 hundredths, not 34.