Adding and Subtracting Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that includes a decimal point, which separates the whole number part from the fractional part. For example, 3.14 is a decimal.

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How do you add decimals?

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To add decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and add as you would whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the answer directly below the other decimal points.

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How do you subtract decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and subtract as you would whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the answer directly below the other decimal points.

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What is the value of 0.5 in cents?

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0.5 in cents is 50 cents.

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What is 94 - 4.8?

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89.2

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What is 55.78 + 4.6?

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60.38

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What is the total of 4.18 + 3.11?

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7.29

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If a ticket costs $3.00, how much do 4 tickets cost?

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4 tickets cost $12.00.

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What is the sum of 3.49 and 4.60?

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8.09

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What is the difference between 10.00 and 2.75?

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7.25