Subtracting Decimals

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What is subtracting decimals?

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Subtracting decimals is the process of finding the difference between two decimal numbers.

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How do you line up decimals when subtracting?

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When subtracting decimals, line up the decimal points vertically to ensure accurate subtraction.

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What is the result of 1.24 - 0.7?

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0.54

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What is the result of 9.73 - 2.52?

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7.21

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What is the result of $18 - 3.55?

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$14.45

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What is the result of 0.56 - 0.23?

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0.33

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If Tracy bought a shirt for $39.12 and paid with a $50, how much change did she get back?

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$10.88

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What is the difference between 5.5 and 2.3?

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3.2

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How do you convert a whole number to a decimal for subtraction?

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To convert a whole number to a decimal, add a decimal point and two zeros (e.g., 5 becomes 5.00).

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What is the importance of zero in decimal subtraction?

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Zero is important in decimal subtraction as it helps maintain the place value of the numbers.