Compare Decimals

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What does it mean for decimals to be in order from least to greatest?

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It means arranging decimal numbers from the smallest value to the largest value.

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How do you compare two decimal numbers?

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You compare decimal numbers by looking at their digits from left to right, starting with the highest place value.

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What is the value of 0.86 in terms of hundredths?

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0.86 represents 86 hundredths.

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What symbol is used to indicate that one decimal is less than another?

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The symbol '<' is used to indicate that one decimal is less than another.

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How do you express that 0.06 is less than 0.62 using a comparison symbol?

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You express it as 0.06 < 0.62.

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What is the first step in comparing decimals?

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The first step is to align the decimal points of the numbers being compared.

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What is the significance of the place value in decimals?

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Place value determines the value of each digit in a decimal number, affecting its overall value.

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How can you convert a decimal to a fraction?

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To convert a decimal to a fraction, write the decimal over its place value (e.g., 0.25 = 25/100) and simplify.

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What does the term 'equivalent decimals' mean?

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Equivalent decimals are different decimal representations that have the same value (e.g., 0.5 and 0.50).

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How do you determine the order of decimals when comparing multiple numbers?

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You compare each decimal pairwise, starting from the leftmost digit, until a difference is found.