Comparing & Ordering (Decimals & Fractions)

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that includes a decimal point, which separates the whole number part from the fractional part. For example, 0.75 is a decimal.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole). For example, 1/2 is a fraction.

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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, align the decimal points and compare digit by digit from left to right. The first digit that differs determines which decimal is larger.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals. Then, compare the numerators or the decimal values.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'. For example, 3.5 > 2.5 means 3.5 is greater than 2.5.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'. For example, 1/4 < 1/2 means 1/4 is less than 1/2.

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What does the symbol '=' mean?

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The symbol '=' means 'equal to'. For example, 0.5 = 1/2 means 0.5 is equal to 1/2.

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How do you order decimals from least to greatest?

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To order decimals from least to greatest, compare the decimal values and arrange them starting from the smallest to the largest.

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How do you order fractions from least to greatest?

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To order fractions from least to greatest, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals, then arrange them accordingly.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/2 is 0.5.