Comparing and Ordering Decimals

What is the value of the underlined digit in the number 0.03?

• Three ones

• Three thousandths

• Three tenths

• Three hundredths

In the number 8.2, what is the place value of the digit 8?

• Hundredths

• Tens

• Tenths

• Ones

Which is greater: 0.34 or 0.248?

• 0.34

• 0.248

• They are equal

• Cannot be determined

Why is it important to compare and order decimals in real life?

• For shopping and comparing prices

• For reading books

• For playing video games

• For cooking recipes

Which profession is most likely to use decimals frequently?

• Writer

• Musician

• Engineer

• Artist

How would you write 4.17 in a place value chart?

• 4 in the ones place, 1 in the tenths place, 7 in the hundredths place

• 4 in the tenths place, 1 in the hundredths place, 7 in the thousandths place

• 4 in the hundredths place, 1 in the tenths place, 7 in the ones place

• 4 in the thousandths place, 1 in the hundredths place, 7 in the tenths place

Which is greater: 3.127 or 3.227?

• They are equal

• 3.227

• 3.127

• Cannot be determined

What is a T-chart used for in comparing decimals?

• To solve equations

• To draw pictures

• To line up digits and compare place values

• To write stories

In the game, what strategy might help you form the largest decimal?

• Place the smallest digit in the tenths place

• Place the largest digit in the tenths place

• Place the largest digit in the hundredths place

• Place the smallest digit in the hundredths place

How many rounds are played in the decimal comparison game?

• Five

• Six

• Three

• Four