Adding & Subtracting Decimals with Models

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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, 0.5 is a decimal.

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How do you add decimals?

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

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What does the term 'equivalent' mean in decimals?

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Equivalent decimals are different decimal representations of the same value, such as 0.5 and 0.50.

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What is the value of 0.37 + 0.49?

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0.86

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What is the value of 0.32 + 0.17?

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0.49

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What is the value of 0.73 - 0.23?

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0.50

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What is the value of 0.7 + 0.44?

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1.14

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What is a model in math?

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A model in math is a visual representation of a mathematical concept, such as a number line or a hundreds grid.

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How can a hundreds grid help in understanding decimals?

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A hundreds grid helps visualize the value of decimals by showing how many tenths and hundredths are represented.