Ordering Decimals

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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.

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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.

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

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Ordering numbers from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order, starting with the smallest number.

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

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Ordering numbers from greatest to least means arranging them in descending order, starting with the largest number.

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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 value of 0.09 compared to 0.3?

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0.09 is less than 0.3.

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What is the value of 5.98 compared to 5.6?

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5.98 is greater than 5.6.

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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 decimal equivalent of 1/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/4 is 0.25.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 3/10 is 0.3.