5.2B Comparing and Ordering Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form, where the denominator is a power of ten, represented with a decimal point.

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How do you compare two decimals?

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

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What does it mean to order decimals from least to greatest?

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Ordering decimals from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order based on their value.

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What is the value of 0.75 in relation to 0.087 and 0.87?

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0.75 is greater than 0.087 and less than 0.87.

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How do you determine which decimal is greater when comparing two decimals?

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The decimal with the larger digit in the highest place value is greater. If the digits are the same, move to the next place value.

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What is the process for ordering the decimals 1.25, 1.52, 1.02, and 1.50?

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Align the decimals and compare each digit from left to right to determine their order: 1.02, 1.25, 1.50, 1.52.

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

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The symbol '>' is used to indicate that one decimal is greater than another.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 60 hundredths?

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The decimal equivalent of 60 hundredths is 0.60.

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How can you visually represent decimals?

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Decimals can be visually represented using number lines, base ten blocks, or decimal grids.

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What is the importance of place value in decimals?

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