Decimals- Word Problems

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing numbers that are not whole numbers, using a point (.) to separate the whole part from the fractional part.

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How do you compare two decimal numbers?

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To compare two decimal numbers, align the decimal points and compare each digit from left to right.

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What is the value of 0.5 in fraction form?

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0.5 is equivalent to 1/2.

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How do you add decimals?

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To add decimals, align the decimal points and add as you would whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the sum directly below the other decimal points.

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What is the process to multiply decimals?

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To multiply decimals, multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers, then count the total number of decimal places in both numbers and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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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.

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What is the total weight of 0.75 pounds of grapes, 0.5 pounds of bananas, and 1.25 pounds of apples?

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The total weight is 2.5 pounds.

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If a donut costs $5.22 for 18 donuts, what is the cost per donut?

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The cost per donut is $5.22 ÷ 18 = $0.29.

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How do you find the average of a set of numbers?

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To find the average, add all the numbers together and then divide by the total count of numbers.

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What is the total time Coby played Fortnite in minutes per day if he played 782 minutes in 8.5 days?

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Coby played approximately 92 minutes per day.