Decimal Word Problems

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form. It uses a decimal point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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CCSS.4.NF.C.6

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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 sum directly below the other decimal points.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What does it mean to divide a total amount evenly?

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Dividing a total amount evenly means splitting the total into equal parts, so each person or item receives the same amount.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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How do you calculate a percentage of a number?

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To calculate a percentage of a number, convert the percentage to a decimal and multiply it by the number.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the formula for finding the average?

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The average is found by adding all the values together and then dividing by the number of values.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5C

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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 (top number) by the denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is the significance of the decimal point?

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The decimal point separates the whole number from the fractional part in a decimal number, indicating the value of each digit.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3A

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How do you find the weight of one item when given the total weight and quantity?

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To find the weight of one item, divide the total weight by the number of items.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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What does it mean to round a decimal?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting it to a nearby value that is simpler or more convenient, often to a specified number of decimal places.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.4

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How do you determine if a product is greater or less than a whole number?

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To determine if a product is greater or less than a whole number, calculate the product and compare it to the whole number.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.5A