Comparing and Rounding 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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CCSS.2.MD.B.6

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What does rounding a decimal mean?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting the number to a nearby value that is simpler or easier to work with, often to a specified place value.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.4

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How do you round 56.469 to the tenths place?

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Look at the hundredths place (6). Since it is 5 or greater, round up the tenths place (4) to 5. The answer is 56.5.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.4

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What is the tenths place in a decimal?

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The tenths place is the first digit to the right of the decimal point.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3A

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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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CCSS.4.NF.C.7

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What symbol is used to show that one decimal is greater than another?

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The symbol '>' is used to show that one decimal is greater than another.

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CCSS.4.NF.C.7

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What is the difference between 8.97 and 2.82?

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The difference is 6.15, calculated by subtracting 2.82 from 8.97.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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Why is it important to line up decimal points when adding or subtracting decimals?

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Lining up decimal points ensures that each digit is in the correct place value, which leads to accurate calculations.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the sum of 75.5 and 80.75?

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The sum is 156.25.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What does it mean if a decimal is more than 150?

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It means that the value of the decimal is greater than 150.

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CCSS.4.NF.C.7