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Standard 6.0 Knowledge of Number Relationships and Computation/Arithmetic

Topic A. Knowledge of Number and Place Value

Indicator 1. Apply knowledge of whole numbers and place value

Objective d. Compare, order, and describe whole numbers with or without using relational symbols (<, >, =)

Assessment limit: Use no more than four whole numbers (0 - 10,000)

Selected Response Item

Celeste is looking at the flower sales at her store. The sales are shown below.
April - 3,107May - 3,017June - 3,007July - 3,071

Which list below shows the flower sales in order from least to greatest?

  1. 3,0073,0173,1073,071
  2. 3,1073,0173,0073,071
  3. 3,0073,0173,0713,107
  4. 3,1073,0073,0713,017
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Correct Answer:
C