Comparing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing numbers that are not whole, using a point (.) to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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How do you compare two decimals?

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To compare two decimals, look at the digits from left to right. The first digit that differs determines which decimal is greater or lesser.

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What does it mean if one decimal is greater than another?

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If one decimal is greater than another, it means it represents a larger value.

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What does it mean if one decimal is less than another?

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If one decimal is less than another, it means it represents a smaller value.

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How do you order decimals from greatest to least?

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To order decimals from greatest to least, compare each decimal and arrange them starting from the largest value down to the smallest.

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What is the value of 0.84 in relation to 0.8 and 0.9?

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0.84 is between 0.8 and 0.9.

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Which decimal is less than 0.5?

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Examples of decimals less than 0.5 include 0.3, 0.4, and 0.49.

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What is the decimal representation of one half?

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The decimal representation of one half is 0.5.

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How do you write 9.21, 9.0, 9.2, 9.06 in order from least to greatest?

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The order from least to greatest is 9.0, 9.06, 9.2, 9.21.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 3/4 is 0.75.