Adding and Subtracting 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, 3.14 is a decimal.

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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 whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the sum directly below the other decimal points.

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What is the process for subtracting decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point, subtract as you would whole numbers, and place the decimal point in the difference directly below the other decimal points.

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What is the value of 0.5 in fraction form?

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0.5 is equivalent to 1/2.

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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. For example, 1/4 = 0.25.

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What is the total of 2.75 + 3.25?

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The total is 6.00.

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If you have $10.50 and spend $3.75, how much do you have left?

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You have $6.75 left.

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What is 4.2 - 1.8?

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4.2 - 1.8 = 2.4.

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How do you round 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 sum of 5.5 and 2.3?

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The sum is 7.8.