Order of Operations: Compare Expressions (<, >, =)
Browse 6 Order of Operations: Compare Expressions (<, >, =) worksheets for Grade 5 Math. These Order of Operations worksheets are designed to give students targeted practice and build confidence in math.
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Practice Questions
- (5 + 3) x 2 ? 5 + (3 x 2)
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- (10 - 2) x 3 ? 10 - (2 x 3)
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- 15 - (3 + 2) ? 15 - 3 - 2
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- 2 x (4 + 3) ? 2 x 4 + 3
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- 100 - (50 - 25) ? (100 - 50) - 25
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Teaching Notes
This is great for proving WHY order of operations matters. Discuss the "Equal" cases (like 15-(3+2) vs 15-3-2) - why are they the same?
Vocabulary
Common Mistakes
- Guessing based on which side "looks" bigger.
- Calculating only one side.
- Incorrect order of operations
- Misinterpreting comparison symbols
- Calculation errors
- Not solving both sides fully
Differentiation
Discussion Questions
- How do parentheses change an expression's value?
- Why is the order of operations important?
- Can two different expressions have the same value?
- Where might you see expressions like these in real life?
Extension Activities
- Create comparison puzzles.
- Use different operations.
- Compare word problems.
Parent Tip
Ask them to compare everyday objects by size or quantity.
Learning Path
Skill Cluster
Number Sense & Operations; Algebraic Thinking
Estimated Time
20 minutes