Add decimals

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What is the process of adding decimals?

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To add decimals, align the numbers by their decimal points and add each column starting from the right, carrying over if necessary.

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How do you align decimals when adding?

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Write the numbers one under the other, ensuring that the decimal points are in the same vertical line.

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What is the sum of 6.2 and 2.36?

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8.56

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What is the sum of 7.08 and 2.9?

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9.98

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What is the sum of 3.4 and 2.7?

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6.1

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What is the sum of 9.2 and 3.04?

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12.24

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If Monique's dog weighs 10.6 pounds and her cat weighs 8.4 pounds, what is their total weight?

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19 pounds

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What is the importance of carrying over in decimal addition?

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Carrying over is important when the sum of a column exceeds 9, as it affects the next column's total.

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What is a common mistake when adding decimals?

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A common mistake is misaligning the decimal points, which can lead to incorrect sums.

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How do you convert a whole number to a decimal for addition?

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To convert a whole number to a decimal, add a decimal point followed by zeros (e.g., 5 becomes 5.0).