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

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How do you compare two decimal numbers?

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To compare two decimal numbers, look at the digits from left to right, starting with the largest place value. The first digit that differs determines which number is larger.

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What does it mean to order numbers from smallest to largest?

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Ordering numbers from smallest to largest means arranging them in increasing order, starting with the least value and ending with the greatest value.

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What is the value of the digit in the tenths place in the decimal 3.4?

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In the decimal 3.4, the digit in the tenths place is 4.

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What is the value of the digit in the hundredths place in the decimal 3.52?

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In the decimal 3.52, the digit in the hundredths place is 2.

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How do you write 0.75 as a fraction?

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0.75 can be written as 75/100, which simplifies to 3/4.

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What is the difference between 3.1 and 3.52?

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The difference is 3.52 - 3.1 = 0.42.

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Which is greater: 49.50 or 49.05?

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49.50 is greater than 49.05.

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If you have the decimals 3.02, 3.1, and 3.4, which is the smallest?

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3.02 is the smallest.

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What does it mean if two decimal numbers are equal?

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If two decimal numbers are equal, they represent the same value.