Comparing and Ordering Decimals Challenge

The video tutorial covers the concepts of comparing and ordering decimal numbers. It begins with an introduction to the topic, followed by examples that demonstrate how to compare decimals by aligning decimal points and using place value. The tutorial also includes an example of ordering decimals using a number line. Additionally, the video explores the application of decimals in timing Olympic swimming events, highlighting the importance of precision in measuring time. The session concludes with a review of world and Olympic records and practice questions for students to reinforce their understanding.

What is the first step in comparing decimal numbers?

• Round them to the nearest whole number

• Line up the decimal points

• Add them together

• Convert them to fractions

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

When comparing 12.3 and 1.23, why is 12.3 greater?

• Because 12.3 is a whole number

• Because 3 is greater than 23

• Because 12.3 has more digits

• Because 12 is greater than 1

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CCSS.4.NF.C.7

Which number is the smallest: 1.02, 1.2, or 1.12?

• 1.2

• They are all equal

• 1.02

• 1.12

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

What is the correct order of 1.02, 1.2, and 1.12 from smallest to largest?

• 1.02, 1.2, 1.12

• 1.12, 1.02, 1.2

• 1.2, 1.12, 1.02

• 1.02, 1.12, 1.2

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

On a number line, where do the numbers 1.02, 1.2, and 1.12 fall?

• Between 3 and 4

• Between 0 and 1

• Between 1 and 2

• Between 2 and 3

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

Why is it important to align decimal points when comparing decimals?

• To compare them by place value

• To convert them to fractions

• To make them look neat

• To add them together

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

In the swimming video, what does the time 1:03.6 represent?

• The swimmer's time in the race

• The swimmer's speed

• The swimmer's weight

• The swimmer's age

What does 'OR' stand for in the context of the swimming race?

• Outstanding Record

• Overall Record

• Olympic Record

• Official Record

Which record should be placed first when ordering the records?

• Personal Best

• Old Olympic Record

• World Record

• New Olympic Record

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

What is the correct order of the records: World Record, New Olympic Record, and Old Olympic Record?

• Old Olympic Record, New Olympic Record, World Record

• World Record, Old Olympic Record, New Olympic Record

• New Olympic Record, World Record, Old Olympic Record

• World Record, New Olympic Record, Old Olympic Record

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CCSS.4.NBT.A.2