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What is rounding in mathematics?

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Rounding is the process of adjusting the digits of a number to make it simpler while keeping its value close to what it was. For example, rounding 4.6 to the nearest whole number gives 5.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.4

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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 in the tenths place. If it is 5 or greater, round up. If it is less than 5, round down.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.4

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What does it mean to compare decimals?

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Comparing decimals involves determining which decimal is greater, less than, or equal to another decimal.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

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What symbol is used to show that one number is greater than another?

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The symbol '>' is used to indicate that one number is greater than another.

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

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What symbol is used to show that one number is less than another?

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The symbol '<' is used to indicate that one number is less than another.

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

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What symbol is used to show that two numbers are equal?

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The symbol '=' is used to indicate that two numbers are equal.

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

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How do you compare 0.75 and 0.8?

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0.75 is less than 0.8, so we write 0.75 < 0.8.

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CCSS.4.NF.C.7

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How do you round 3.14 to the nearest whole number?

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3.14 rounds to 3 because the digit in the tenths place (1) is less than 5.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.4

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What is the first step in comparing decimals?

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The first step is to align the decimal points of the numbers being compared.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

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If you have 2.5 and 2.50, how do you compare them?

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2.5 and 2.50 are equal because they represent the same value.

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CCSS.4.NF.C.7