Subtracting Decimals

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What is subtracting decimals?

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Subtracting decimals is the process of finding the difference between two decimal numbers.

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How do you align decimal points when subtracting?

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When subtracting decimals, align the decimal points vertically to ensure accurate subtraction.

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What is the result of 1.24 - 0.7?

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0.54

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What is the result of 3.704 - 1.325?

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2.415

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What is the result of 4.50 - 3.25?

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1.25

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What is the result of 7.9 - 3.47?

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4.43

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What is the result of 16.06 - 10.1?

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5.96

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Why is it important to add zeros when necessary in decimal subtraction?

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Adding zeros helps maintain the correct place value and ensures accurate subtraction.

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What do you do if the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit in a decimal subtraction?

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You need to borrow from the next left digit to perform the subtraction.

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What is a common mistake when subtracting decimals?

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A common mistake is misaligning the decimal points, which can lead to incorrect answers.