6th grade decimals and fractions

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that represents a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, often used to express values less than one.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction is a way to represent a part of a whole, consisting of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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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 perimeter of a shape?

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The perimeter is the total distance around the outside of a shape, calculated by adding the lengths of all its sides.

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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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How do you subtract decimals?

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

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What does it mean to order decimals from least to greatest?

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Ordering decimals from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order based on their value.

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What is the value of 1.08 divided by 4?

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0.27

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What is the result of 2.456 - 1.401?

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1.055

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What is the result of 30.123 - 17.891?

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12.232