Decimal Models

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What is a decimal?

Back

A decimal is a way of representing fractions or parts of a whole using a dot (.) to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

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What does the digit after the decimal point represent?

Back

The digit after the decimal point represents tenths, hundredths, thousandths, etc., depending on its position.

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How do you read the decimal 0.80?

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You read it as 'eighty hundredths' or simply 'zero point eight zero'.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 2 tenths?

Back

The decimal equivalent of 2 tenths is 0.2.

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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 decimal for 4 out of 10?

Back

The decimal for 4 out of 10 is 0.4.

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What does the shaded area in a decimal model represent?

Back

The shaded area in a decimal model represents the value of the decimal based on the total area.

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How do you express 5.3 in words?

Back

You express 5.3 as 'five and three tenths'.

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What is the decimal for 32 out of 100?

Back

The decimal for 32 out of 100 is 0.32.

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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, look at the digits from left to right, starting with the highest place value.