Comparing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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

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What does the decimal 0.7 represent?

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0.7 represents seven-tenths, which is the same as the fraction 7/10.

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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, look at the digits from left to right. The first place where the digits differ determines which decimal is larger.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 8/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 8/10 is 0.8.

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What does the decimal 0.105 represent?

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0.105 represents one hundred five thousandths.

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Which is greater: 0.150 or 0.105?

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0.150 is greater than 0.105.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 4/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 4/10 is 0.4.

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How do you write 0.8 as a fraction?

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0.8 can be written as 8/10 or simplified to 4/5.

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What does the symbol '<' mean when comparing numbers?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '>' mean when comparing numbers?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.