01 Decimal Addition

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What is decimal addition?

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Decimal addition is the process of adding numbers that have decimal points, aligning the decimal points to ensure accurate addition.

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How do you align numbers for decimal addition?

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When adding decimals, write the numbers one under the other, aligning the decimal points vertically.

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Solve: 55.78 + 4.6

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60.38

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What is the sum of 5.4 and 0.5?

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5.9

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Emily purchased an apple for $0.89 and a protein drink for $1.95. What is the total amount spent?

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$2.84

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Solve: 4.2 + 7.98

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12.18

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Solve: 3.25 + 6.35

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9.6

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What is the importance of placing the decimal point correctly in addition?

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Placing the decimal point correctly ensures that the values are added accurately, maintaining the correct place value.

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What do you do if the numbers have different decimal places?

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If the numbers have different decimal places, add zeros to the right of the shorter number to make them the same length before adding.

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What is a common mistake in decimal addition?

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