Decimals Review

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, represented with a decimal point. For example, 0.5 is a decimal that represents 5/10.

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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 answer directly below the other decimal points.

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What is rounding?

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Rounding is the process of adjusting the value of a number to make it simpler and easier to work with, often to the nearest whole number or specified decimal place.

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How do you round a number to the ones place?

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To round to the ones place, look at the digit in the tenths place. If it is 5 or greater, round up; if it is less than 5, round down.

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What is the value of a digit in a decimal?

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The value of a digit in a decimal depends on its position. For example, in 78.25, the 5 is in the hundredths place, so its value is 0.05.

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How do you round a number to the tenths place?

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To round to the tenths place, look at the digit in the hundredths place. If it is 5 or greater, round up; if it is less than 5, round down.

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What is multiplication of decimals?

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Multiplication of decimals involves multiplying the numbers as if they were whole numbers, then placing the decimal point in the product based on the total number of decimal places in the factors.

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What is the product of 2 and 0.04?

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The product of 2 and 0.04 is 0.08.

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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. For example, 1/4 = 0.25.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 3/10 is 0.3.