Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form, where the denominator is a power of ten. It uses a decimal point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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How do you multiply a decimal by a whole number?

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To multiply a decimal by a whole number, multiply as if there are no decimals, then count the total number of decimal places in the decimal and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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What does rounding a decimal mean?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting its value to make it simpler while keeping it close to the original value. This is often done to the nearest whole number or to a specified decimal place.

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How do you round 4.099 to the nearest whole number?

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4.099 rounded to the nearest whole number is 4.0.

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What is the process to order decimals from least to greatest?

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To order decimals from least to greatest, compare the whole number parts first, then the decimal parts, starting from the left.

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Order the following decimals from least to greatest: 1.25, 1.52, 1.02, 1.50.

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1.02, 1.25, 1.50, 1.52.

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How do you subtract a decimal from a whole number?

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To subtract a decimal from a whole number, align the decimal points and subtract as you would with whole numbers, borrowing if necessary.

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What is 5 - 2.391?

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5 - 2.391 = 2.609.

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How do you compare two decimals?

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To compare two decimals, look at the whole number part first. If they are the same, compare the decimal parts starting from the left.

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Compare the following decimals: 6.32 ____ 6.5.

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6.32 < 6.5.