Adding with 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 numbers, using a point (.) to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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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 with whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the answer directly below the other decimal points.

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What is the value of 0.1 in fractions?

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0.1 is equal to 1/10.

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What is the sum of 0.5 and 0.3?

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0.5 + 0.3 = 0.8.

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If you have 2.5 and you add 1.75, what is the result?

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2.5 + 1.75 = 4.25.

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What does it mean to round a decimal?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting the number to a nearby value that is easier to work with, often to a certain number of decimal places.

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What is the difference between 6.7 and 2.33?

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6.7 - 2.33 = 4.37.

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If Jerry bought 6.95 lbs of jelly beans and 1.75 lbs were cherry, how much were lime?

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6.95 - 1.75 = 5.2 lbs of lime flavor.

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How do you find change from a purchase?

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To find change, subtract the cost of the item from the amount given to the cashier.

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What is the change from $10 after buying a $2.74 item?

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$10 - $2.74 = $7.26.