Decimal Word Problems

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What is a decimal?

Back

A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form, where the denominator is a power of ten, represented with a decimal point.

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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.

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What does it mean to round a decimal?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting its value to make it simpler while keeping it close to the original value.

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What is the place value of the digit 5 in the number 3.45?

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In the number 3.45, the digit 5 is in the hundredths place.

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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.

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How do you subtract decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and subtract as you would whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the difference.

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What is the process to multiply decimals?

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To multiply decimals, multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers, then count the total number of decimal places in both factors and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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How do you divide decimals?

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To divide decimals, move the decimal point in the divisor to make it a whole number, then move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places and divide as usual.

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If a tank holds 15.6 gallons and each bucket holds 0.8 gallons, how many buckets are needed?

Back

20 buckets are needed.

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Clara bought 22.8 pounds of candies and packed them in boxes of 3.8 pounds each. How many boxes did she use?

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Clara used 6 boxes.