Fill in the Blank with the Proper Symbol $- 4.25$

Multiple Choice

Fill in the blank with the proper symbol ( , or = ) to make a true statement. $- 4.25$ ________ $3.48$

A) $- 4.25 < 3.48$
B) $- 3.48 = 3.48$
C) $4.25 = - 4.25$
D) $- 4.25 > 3.48$
E) $- 4.25 = 3.48$