Adding & 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 that represents 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 value of 0.7 + 0.25?

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0.7 + 0.25 = 0.95.

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What is the value of 5.6 - 2.3?

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5.6 - 2.3 = 3.3.

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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's 5 or more, round up; if it's less than 5, round down.

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What is the difference between 12.5 and 7.8?

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12.5 - 7.8 = 4.7.

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What is the sum of 3.45, 2.1, and 4.6?

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3.45 + 2.1 + 4.6 = 10.15.

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What is the equivalent of 62.34 in subtraction?

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62.34 can be expressed as 64.81 - 2.47.

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If you have $100 and spend $47.82, how much do you have left?

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$100 - $47.82 = $52.18.