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 decimals?

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To compare decimals, align the decimal points and compare each digit from left to right.

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What does the digit after the decimal point represent?

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The digit after the decimal point represents tenths.

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What does the second digit after the decimal point represent?

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The second digit after the decimal point represents hundredths.

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What does the third digit after the decimal point represent?

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The third digit after the decimal point represents thousandths.

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How can you convert a decimal to a fraction?

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To convert a decimal to a fraction, write the decimal over its place value and simplify if possible.

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What is the value of 0.5 in fraction form?

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0.5 is equal to 1/2.

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What is the value of 0.75 in fraction form?

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0.75 is equal to 3/4.

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Which is greater: 0.6 or 0.06?

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0.6 is greater than 0.06.

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How do you round decimals?

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To round decimals, look at the digit to the right of the place you are rounding to. If it's 5 or more, round up; if it's less than 5, round down.