comparing decimals

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What is a decimal?

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

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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, align the decimal points and compare each digit from left to right. The first digit that differs determines which decimal is larger.

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What does the decimal 0.5 represent as a fraction?

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0.5 represents the fraction 1/2.

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What is the value of 0.86 in fraction form?

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0.86 can be expressed as 86/100, which simplifies to 43/50.

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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 equivalent of 2/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 2/10 is 0.2.

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Which is greater: 0.9 or 0.84?

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0.9 is greater than 0.84.

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What does the decimal 1.2 represent?

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1.2 represents the whole number 1 and two-tenths.

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How do you write 5/100 as a decimal?

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5/100 can be written as 0.05.

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What is the decimal for 1.09?

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1.09 is a decimal that represents one whole and nine hundredths.