Comparing Three-Digit Numbers - Worksheet 2 - 2nd Grade

Easy

Practice comparing three-digit numbers using explicit place-value reasoning.

easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.

15 problems · 10-15 minutes · Skills: place value, comparison

About This Worksheet

This easy-level worksheet contains 15 problems designed for 2nd Grade students practicing comparing three-digit numbers. Easy worksheets use simpler numbers and straightforward problem types to build confidence and reinforce foundational skills.

Recognize digits and read a place-value chart.

  • Practice comparing three-digit numbers using explicit place-value reasoning.
  • Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.

How to Solve: Worked Example

Example Problem: Compare 463 and 736. Write <, > or =.
Solution Steps:
  1. Align place values. For decimals, append zeros if needed.
  2. Compare digits from the greatest place to the smallest until they differ.
Answer: <
Tip: Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.
1
Compare 313 and 460. Write <, > or =.
2
Compare 270 and 742. Write <, > or =.
3
Compare 745 and 118. Write <, > or =.
4
Compare 285 and 472. Write <, > or =.
5
Compare 572 and 696. Write <, > or =.
6
Compare 733 and 108. Write <, > or =.
7
Compare 610 and 788. Write <, > or =.
8
Compare 517 and 447. Write <, > or =.
9
Compare 112 and 342. Write <, > or =.
10
Compare 983 and 418. Write <, > or =.
11
Compare 916 and 667. Write <, > or =.
12
Compare 766 and 391. Write <, > or =.
13
Compare 322 and 149. Write <, > or =.
14
Compare 263 and 147. Write <, > or =.
15
Compare 165 and 368. Write <, > or =.

Answer Key

1. <2. <3. >4. <5. <6. >7. <8. >9. <10. >11. >12. >13. >14. >15. <

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