Decimal Word Problems- All Operations

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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 subtract decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and subtract as you would with whole numbers, filling in with zeros if necessary.

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What is the process to divide a decimal by a whole number?

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To divide a decimal by a whole number, divide as you would with whole numbers, and place the decimal point in the quotient directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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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, carrying over if necessary.

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What is the price per pound if 1.5 pounds cost $6.75?

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$4.50 per pound (calculated by dividing $6.75 by 1.5).

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If it rained 0.72 inches on Monday and 0.34 inches less on Tuesday, how much did it rain on Tuesday?

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0.38 inches (0.72 - 0.34 = 0.38).

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What is the total weight of 2.78 pounds of melon and 2.27 pounds of cherries?

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5.05 pounds (2.78 + 2.27 = 5.05).

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How do you find the cost per ounce if a package costs $2.53 and weighs 5.5 ounces?

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$0.46 per ounce (calculated by dividing $2.53 by 5.5).

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What is 7.8 divided by 0.03?

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260 (7.8 ÷ 0.03 = 260).

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What is the first step in solving a decimal word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the relevant information.