Adding and Subtracting Decimals

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What is the process for adding decimals?

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

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the process for subtracting decimals?

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

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the value of the digit in the hundredths place in the number 263.709?

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The digit in the hundredths place is 0.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3A

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What is the value of the digit in the tenths place in the number 0.7129?

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The digit in the tenths place is 7.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3A

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How do you find the difference between two decimal numbers?

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To find the difference, subtract the smaller number from the larger number.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the sum of 1.70 and 4.65?

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The sum of 1.70 and 4.65 is 6.35.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the importance of aligning decimal points when performing addition or subtraction?

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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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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is a common mistake when adding or subtracting decimals?

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

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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How do you round a decimal to the nearest whole number?

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To round a decimal to the nearest whole number, look at the digit in the tenths place: if it's 5 or greater, round up; if it's less than 5, round down.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.4

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What is the difference between 39.3 and 17.6?

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The difference is 21.7.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7