Adding and Subtracting Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that has a whole part and a fractional part, separated by a decimal point. For example, 3.14 is a decimal.

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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 with whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the sum directly below the other decimal points.

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How do you subtract decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and subtract as you would with whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the difference directly below the other decimal points.

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What is the sum of 0.5 and 0.3?

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0.5 + 0.3 = 0.8

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What is the difference between 5.5 and 2.2?

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5.5 - 2.2 = 3.3

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If Lisa has $100 and spends $27.99, how much does she have left?

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$100 - $27.99 = $72.01

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What is 1.70 + 4.65?

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1.70 + 4.65 = 6.35

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What is 9.43 - 3.34?

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9.43 - 3.34 = 6.09

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How do you round a decimal to the nearest whole number?

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To round a decimal, look at the digit to the right of the decimal point. If it's 5 or more, round up. If it's less than 5, round down.

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What is the value of 0.75 in cents?

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0.75 = 75 cents.