Adding and Subtracting Decimals

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What is the result of 0.2 - 0.02?

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0.18

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What is the result of 2 - 0.43?

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1.57

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What is the result of 123.6 - 0.08?

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123.52

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What is the result of 8.6 - 0?

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8.6

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What is the result of 94 - 4.8?

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89.2

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Define 'decimal'.

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A decimal is a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, represented with a decimal point.

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What does it mean to 'add decimals'?

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Adding decimals involves aligning the decimal points and adding the numbers as you would with whole numbers.

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What does it mean to 'subtract decimals'?

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Subtracting decimals involves aligning the decimal points and subtracting the numbers as you would with whole numbers.

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How do you align decimals when adding or subtracting?

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You write the numbers one above the other, ensuring the decimal points are in the same vertical line.

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What is the importance of place value in adding and subtracting decimals?

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Place value helps in correctly aligning the numbers and understanding the value of each digit.