Comparing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that has a whole part and a fractional part, separated by a decimal point. For example, 0.5 is a decimal.

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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 place where the digits differ determines which decimal is greater.

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What does it mean to order decimals from least to greatest?

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Ordering decimals from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order, starting with the smallest value.

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What is the value of 0.36 compared to 0.4?

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0.36 is less than 0.4.

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How do you write 0.75 in words?

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Zero point seven five.

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What is the greatest decimal in the set: 0.2, 0.35, 0.39, 0.75?

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The greatest decimal is 0.75.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3.20?

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The decimal equivalent of 3.20 is 3.2.

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How do you compare 0.03 and 0.3?

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0.03 is less than 0.3.