Comparing and Ordering Decimals Flashcard

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, represented with a decimal point. For example, 0.5 is a decimal representation of 5/10.

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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, align the decimal points and compare digit by digit from left to right. The first digit that differs determines which decimal is greater.

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What does it mean for one decimal to be greater than another?

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A decimal is greater than another if it represents a larger value. For example, 0.65 is greater than 0.56.

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What is the smallest decimal among 0.56, 0.65, 0.605, and 0.506?

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0.506 is the smallest decimal.

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What is the relationship between 0.6 and 0.65?

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0.6 < 0.65.

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What is the relationship between 0.9 and 0.90?

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0.9 = 0.90.

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How do you order decimals from smallest to largest?

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To order decimals, compare each decimal and arrange them based on their values from the smallest to the largest.

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What is the value of 1.04 compared to 1.4?

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1.04 < 1.4.

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What is the significance of the place value in decimals?

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Place value determines the value of a digit in a decimal. For example, in 0.56, 5 is in the tenths place and 6 is in the hundredths place.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator. For example, 1/4 = 0.25.