Estimate Decimal Sums and Differences Flashcard

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What is estimation in mathematics?

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Estimation is a method used to find an approximate value that is close to the actual value, often used for simplifying calculations.

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How do you estimate the sum of two decimal numbers?

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Round each number to the nearest whole number and then add them together.

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What is the estimated sum of 3.25 and 2.73?

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5.98

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How do you estimate the difference between two decimal numbers?

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Round each number to the nearest whole number and then subtract the smaller from the larger.

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What is the estimated difference between 6.84 and 4.29?

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2.55

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What does it mean to round a number?

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Rounding a number means adjusting it to a nearby specified value, often to make calculations easier.

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How do you round 5.67 to the nearest whole number?

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6

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What is the result of subtracting 7.23 from 9.87?

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2.64

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What is the estimated sum of 8.91 and 4.56?

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13.47

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What is a decimal number?

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A decimal number is a number that includes a decimal point, separating the whole part from the fractional part.