Adding and Subtracting 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 subtract decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the numbers by their decimal points and subtract each column starting from the right, borrowing if necessary.

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What is the value of 1.37 + 0.5?

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1.87

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What is the sum of 27.63 and 15.04?

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42.67

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the total when you add 2 cups of flour and 1.75 cups of sugar?

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3.75 cups.

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If you have $58.90 and withdraw $25.00, how much do you have left?

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$33.90.

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What is the result of 12.69 + 4.10?

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16.79.

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Why is it important to align decimal points when adding or subtracting?

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Aligning decimal points ensures that each digit is in the correct place value, which is crucial for accurate calculations.

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What is a common mistake when adding decimals?

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A common mistake is not aligning the decimal points, which can lead to incorrect sums.