Comparing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, represented with a decimal point to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

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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 if one decimal is greater than another?

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It means that the value of the first decimal is larger than the value of the second decimal.

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What is the value of 0.4 in fraction form?

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0.4 can be expressed as 4/10 or simplified to 2/5.

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Is 0.007 greater than 0.7?

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No, 0.007 is less than 0.7.

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Which is greater: 0.07 or 0.7?

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0.7 is greater than 0.07.

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What is the place value of the digit 7 in the decimal 17.678?

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The digit 7 is in the tenths place.

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How do you express 0.01 in fraction form?

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0.01 can be expressed as 1/100.

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What is the relationship between 0.1 and 0.01?

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0.1 is greater than 0.01.

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How do you write the inequality for 0.4 and 0.297?

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0.4 > 0.297.