Comparing and Ordering Decimals

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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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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, look at the digits from left to right. The first place where the digits differ determines which decimal is larger or smaller.

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What does the tenths place represent in a decimal?

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The tenths place is the first digit to the right of the decimal point. It represents one part out of ten.

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Order the following decimals from least to greatest: 0.5, 0.75, 0.25.

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0.25, 0.5, 0.75.

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What is the value of 0.38 in fraction form?

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0.38 can be expressed as 38/100, which simplifies to 19/50.

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Which decimal is greater: 0.6 or 0.60?

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Both decimals are equal; 0.6 and 0.60 represent the same value.

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How do you round 1.25 to the nearest whole number?

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1.25 rounds to 1 because the digit after the decimal (2) is less than 5.

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What is the hundredths place in the decimal 0.456?

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The hundredths place is the second digit to the right of the decimal point, which is 5 in 0.456.

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If you have 1.5 and 1.05, which is larger?

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1.5 is larger than 1.05.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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3/4 is equal to 0.75.