1.4 Compare and Order 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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How do you compare two decimals?

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To compare two decimals, start from the left and compare each digit in the same place value until you find a difference.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '=' mean?

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The symbol '=' means 'equal to'.

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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 the digits starting from the leftmost place value and arrange them accordingly.

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What is the place value of the digit 5 in the number 0.53?

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In the number 0.53, the digit 5 is in the tenths place.

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What is the place value of the digit 2 in the number 9.207?

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In the number 9.207, the digit 2 is in the hundredths place.

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If two decimals have the same whole number part, how do you determine which is greater?

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If two decimals have the same whole number part, compare the digits in the decimal part starting from the left.

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What is the smallest decimal greater than 22.4?

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The smallest decimal greater than 22.4 is 22.41.