Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that represents a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, typically written with a decimal point. For example, 0.5 is a decimal that represents 5/10.

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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 greater.

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What does it mean to order decimals from greatest to least?

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Ordering decimals from greatest to least means arranging them in a sequence starting with the largest value and ending with the smallest value.

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What does it mean to order decimals from least to greatest?

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Ordering decimals from least to greatest means arranging them in a sequence starting with the smallest value and ending with the largest value.

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How do you convert a decimal to a mixed number?

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To convert a decimal to a mixed number, separate the whole number part from the decimal part, convert the decimal part to a fraction, and simplify if necessary.

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What is the value of 0.5 in fraction form?

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What is the value of 0.25 in fraction form?

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How do you add decimals?

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To add decimals, align the decimal points and add each column starting from the right, carrying over if necessary.

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How do you subtract decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the decimal points and subtract each column starting from the right, borrowing if necessary.

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