5th Grade Decimal Word Problem Practice

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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, 3.14 is a decimal.

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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 with whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the sum directly below the other decimal points.

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What does 'altogether' mean in a word problem?

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'Altogether' means to find the total amount by adding numbers together.

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How do you find the difference between two decimal numbers?

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To find the difference, align the numbers by the decimal point and subtract as you would with whole numbers.

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What is the purpose of estimating in word problems?

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Estimating helps to quickly find an approximate answer, which can be useful for checking the reasonableness of a calculated answer.

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What is the meaning of 'faster' in a race context?

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'Faster' refers to completing a task in less time compared to someone else.

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

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To round a decimal, look at the digit to the right of the decimal point. If it's 5 or more, round up; if it's less than 5, round down.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario.

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How do you calculate the total cost of multiple items?

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To calculate the total cost, add the prices of all items together.

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What does 'more than' indicate in a comparison?

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'More than' indicates that one quantity is greater than another quantity.