Compare Measurements: 5.34 cm vs 53 mm Unit Conversion Challenge

To solve this problem, let's convert both measurements to the same unit for a direct comparison:

• Step 1: Convert 5.34 cm to millimeters.
• Step 2: Use the conversion factor $1 \text{ cm} = 10 \text{ mm}$.
• Step 3: Calculate $5.34 \text{ cm} \times 10 = 53.4 \text{ mm}$.

Now, compare this result with 53 mm:

$\text{5.34 cm} = 53.4 \text{ mm}$> $\text{53 mm}$.

Therefore, 5.34 cm is greater than 53 mm, and the correct symbol to use is $\gt$.

Thus, the solution to the problem is $\gt$.