The "greater than" symbol (>) is used to express a larger value. For example, if (x > 10) means "if X is more than 10." Also called a "right arrow," it is also used ...

The "less than" symbol (<) is used to express a lower value. For example, if (x < 10) means "if X is less than 10." See greater than symbol. THIS DEFINITION IS FOR ...

To compare numbers, you need to look to see if a number is 'greater than' or 'less than' another number. You can use symbols to help you compare numbers: Small numbers are easy to count ...