Compare and Order Decimals

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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.

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How do you convert a decimal to a fraction?

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To convert a decimal to a fraction, write the decimal as a fraction with a denominator of 10, 100, etc., depending on the number of decimal places, and simplify if possible.

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What does it mean to compare decimals?

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Comparing decimals means determining which decimal is greater, less than, or equal to another decimal.

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What is the value of 0.5 in fraction form?

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0.5 is equal to 1/2.

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How do you order decimals from least to greatest?

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To order decimals, compare the digits from left to right, starting with the highest place value.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is >.

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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The symbol for 'less than' is <.

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What is the symbol for 'equal to'?

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The symbol for 'equal to' is =.

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If 0.75 is compared to 0.8, which is greater?

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0.8 is greater than 0.75.

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How do you represent 3.5 as a mixed number?

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3.5 can be represented as 3 1/2.