4.2F Decimal Comparison Flashcard

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What is the definition of a decimal number?

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A decimal number is a number that includes a decimal point, which separates the whole number part from the fractional part.

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How do you compare two decimal numbers?

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To compare two decimal numbers, align them by the decimal point and compare digit by digit from left to right.

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What does the symbol '>' mean in decimal comparison?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than' and indicates that the number on the left is larger than the number on the right.

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What does the symbol '<' mean in decimal comparison?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than' and indicates that the number on the left is smaller than the number on the right.

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How do you order decimal numbers from greatest to least?

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To order decimal numbers from greatest to least, compare each number and arrange them starting with the largest.

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What is the value of 0.30 compared to 0.3?

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0.30 is equal to 0.3; they represent the same value.

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How can you represent decimal comparisons visually?

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Decimal comparisons can be represented visually using number lines or models that show the relative sizes of the numbers.

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What is the significance of the place value in decimal numbers?

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

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How do you convert a decimal to a fraction?

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To convert a decimal to a fraction, write the decimal as a fraction with a denominator based on the place value of the last digit.

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What is the smallest decimal number in the set: 0.4, 0.7, 1.0?

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The smallest decimal number in the set is 0.4.