The “3” in “3 apples”
Terms
| Term | This example | Why |
|---|---|---|
| cardinal number | ✓ | The “3” in “3 apples” is a cardinal number because it tells how many apples there are. |
| ordinal number | ✗ | The “3” in “3 apples” is not an ordinal number, because it does not give a position in a list. |
| nominal number | ✗ | The “3” in “3 apples” is not a nominal number, because it is not just a label. |