Adding/Subtracting 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. For example, 3.14 is a decimal.

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How do you add decimals?

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To add decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and add as you would whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the sum directly below the other decimal points.

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What is the sum of 0.5 and 0.3?

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0.5 + 0.3 = 0.8

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How do you subtract decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and subtract as you would whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the difference directly below the other decimal points.

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What is 7.9 - 3.47?

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7.9 - 3.47 = 4.43

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What does the term 'tenths' mean in decimals?

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Tenths are the first place to the right of the decimal point. For example, in 0.7, the 7 is in the tenths place.

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What is the value of 0.9 in fraction form?

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0.9 is equal to 9/10.

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What is the sum of 27.63 and 15.04?

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27.63 + 15.04 = 42.67

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What is the difference between 5.5 and 2.2?

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5.5 - 2.2 = 3.3

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What is a hundredth in decimals?

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A hundredth is the second place to the right of the decimal point. For example, in 0.06, the 6 is in the hundredths place.