5.2B - Comparing & Ordering 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 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 the symbol '>' mean in decimal comparison?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'. It indicates that the number on the left is larger than the number on the right.

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

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'. It indicates that the number on the left is smaller than the number on the right.

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

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The symbol '=' means 'equal to'. It indicates that both numbers are the same.

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How do you order decimals from least to greatest?

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To order decimals from least to greatest, compare the whole number parts first, then the decimal parts.

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What is the value of 0.67 compared to 0.670?

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0.67 is equal to 0.670 because trailing zeros do not affect the value of a decimal.

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Which is greater: 0.5 or 0.50?

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0.5 and 0.50 are equal; both represent the same value.

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If you have 3.14 and 3.141, which is greater?

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3.141 is greater than 3.14 because it has an additional digit that increases its value.

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What is the first step in comparing decimals?

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The first step is to align the decimal points of the numbers being compared.