Math Snap

STEP 1

Assumptions1. $x$ is the length of an object in meters. $y$ is the length of the same object in millimeters3. We need to compare the numerical values of $x$ and $y$

STEP 2

First, we need to understand the relationship between meters and millimeters. There are1000 millimeters in a meter.
$$1\, meter =1000\, millimeters$$

STEP 3

Now, let's express $y$ in terms of $x$. Since $y$ is the length of the same object in millimeters, we can say that $y =1000x$.
$$y =1000x$$

Now, we compare $x$ and $y$. Since $y =1000x$ and $1000x$ is1000 times larger than $x$, we can say that $y$ is larger than $x$.
Therefore, $x$ is the smaller number.