adding decimals

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What is adding decimals?

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Adding decimals is very similar to adding whole numbers, but with extra details. We line up the decimal points so that the whole number parts and the decimal parts align, then we add each part.

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What is the first step in adding decimals?

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Write the numbers lining up the decimal points and annex zeros if needed.

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If the question is 1.5 + 1.50, what do you do?

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Annex the zero to make the numbers the same length.

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How do you line up decimals when adding?

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Write the numbers one under the other, ensuring the decimal points are aligned.

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What should you do if the numbers have different lengths when adding decimals?

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Add zeros to the shorter number to make both numbers the same length.

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What is the importance of the decimal point in addition?

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The decimal point helps to keep the whole number parts and decimal parts aligned for accurate addition.

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What is an example of adding decimals?

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Example: 2.3 + 1.7 = 4.0.

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What do you do after adding the numbers?

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Place the decimal point in the answer directly below the decimal points of the addends.

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What is a common mistake when adding decimals?

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Not aligning the decimal points correctly.

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What is the sum of 0.75 + 0.25?

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0.75 + 0.25 = 1.00.