standard_description: Know and apply the properties of integer exponents to generate equivalent numerical expressions. For example, 3^(2) × 3^(–5) = 3^(–3) = 1/3^(3) = 1/27.
problem_activity: Task
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Find and label the numbers $-3$ and $-5$ on the number line.
For each of the following, state whether the inequality is true or false. Use the number line diagram to help explain your answers.
$-3 \gt -5$
$-5 \gt -3$
$-5 \lt -3$
$-3 \lt -5$


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