Comparing Decimals 5th Grade

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What is a decimal?

Back

A decimal is a way of representing numbers that are not whole numbers, using a point (.) to separate the whole part from the fractional part.

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How do you compare two decimals?

Back

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 if one decimal is greater than another?

Back

It means that the value of the first decimal is larger than the value of the second decimal.

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What does it mean if one decimal is less than another?

Back

It means that the value of the first decimal is smaller than the value of the second decimal.

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What is the value of 0.1 in cents?

Back

0.1 is equal to 10 cents.

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What is the value of 0.25 in cents?

Back

0.25 is equal to 25 cents.

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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 each decimal and arrange them starting from the smallest value to the largest.

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What is the value of a nickel?

Back

A nickel is worth 5 cents.

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What is the value of a quarter?

Back

A quarter is worth 25 cents.

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If 11.234 is compared to 11.3, which is greater?

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11.3 is greater than 11.234.