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, 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 'least to greatest' mean?

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'Least to greatest' means arranging numbers starting from the smallest value to the largest value.

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What does 'greatest to least' mean?

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'Greatest to least' means arranging numbers starting from the largest value to the smallest value.

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What is the decimal representation of 1 and 3 tenths?

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1.3

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Which is greater: 0.75 or 0.5?

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0.75 is greater than 0.5.

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What decimal is between 0.8 and 0.9?

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0.84 is between 0.8 and 0.9.

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How do you write 2.3 in words?

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Two point three.

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What is the value of 0.39 in cents?

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39 cents.

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If you have 0.5 pounds of bananas and 0.75 pounds of grapes, which is heavier?

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0.75 pounds of grapes is heavier.