Decimals

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What is a decimal?

Back

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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How do you add decimals?

Back

Align the decimal points and add as you would whole numbers, then place the decimal point in the sum.

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What is the value of the digit 5 in the number 5.67?

Back

The digit 5 is in the 'Ones' place.

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How do you round 2.345 to the nearest hundredth?

Back

Look at the third decimal place (5). Since it is 5 or more, round up to 2.35.

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What is the place value of 3 in the number 4.356?

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The digit 3 is in the 'Tenths' place.

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Convert 0.75 to a fraction.

Back

0.75 can be expressed as 75/100, which simplifies to 3/4.

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What is 1.2 + 3.45?

Back

1.2 + 3.45 = 4.65.

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How do you multiply decimals?

Back

Multiply as if they are whole numbers, then count the total number of decimal places in both factors and place the decimal in the product.

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What is 0.6 ÷ 0.2?

Back

0.6 ÷ 0.2 = 3.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/4?

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1/4 is equal to 0.25.