Subtraction with Decimals

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the mathematical operation of finding the difference between two numbers. It involves taking one number away from another.

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How do you subtract decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and subtract as you would with whole numbers, ensuring to keep the decimal point in the same position in the answer.

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What is the difference between 10.05 and 8.3?

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1.75

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What is the result of 23.09 - 19.48?

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3.61

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What is 4.50 - 3.25?

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1.25

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What is 134.96 - 93.18?

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41.78

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What is 2.14 - 1.04?

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1.10

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What does it mean to 'borrow' in subtraction?

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Borrowing in subtraction is a method used when the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit in a column. You take 1 from the next left column to make the top digit larger.

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form. It uses a decimal point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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What is the place value of the digit 5 in 12.45?

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The place value of the digit 5 in 12.45 is 'hundredths'.