Adding and Subtracting Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, represented with a decimal point. For example, 0.5 is a decimal representation of 5/10.

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How do you add decimals?

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To add decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point 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 numbers by the decimal point 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 is the sum of 0.75 + 0.25?

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1.00

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What is the difference between 5.5 and 2.2?

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3.3

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What is the sum of 1.2 + 3.4?

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4.6

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What is the difference between 10.0 and 4.5?

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5.5

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How do you round a decimal to the nearest whole number?

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To round a decimal to the nearest whole number, look at the digit to the right of the decimal point. If it is 5 or greater, round up; if it is less than 5, round down.

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What is the sum of 2.5 + 3.6?

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6.1

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What is the difference between 8.9 and 3.4?

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5.5