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. For example, 2.5 is a decimal.

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How do you compare two decimals?

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To compare two decimals, align them by the decimal point and compare digit by digit from left to right.

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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 starting with the smallest value and ending with the largest value.

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What is the value of 0.5 compared to 0.25?

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0.5 is greater than 0.25 (0.5 > 0.25).

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the first step in ordering decimals?

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The first step is to compare the whole number parts of the decimals.

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What does the symbol '>' mean in decimal comparison?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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How do you round the decimal 3.67 to the nearest whole number?

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3.67 rounded to the nearest whole number is 4.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/4 is 0.25.

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If you have the decimals 0.1, 0.01, and 0.001, which is the greatest?

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0.1 is the greatest among 0.1, 0.01, and 0.001.