Subtraction Decimals

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the mathematical operation of finding the difference between two numbers. It involves taking one number away from another.

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form. It uses a decimal point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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How do you line up decimals when subtracting?

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When subtracting decimals, line up the numbers by the decimal point. This ensures that the digits in each place value are aligned correctly.

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Calculate 14.6 - 3.25

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11.35

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When subtracting decimals, what should you do if the top number has fewer decimal places than the bottom number?

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You can add zeros to the end of the top number to match the number of decimal places in the bottom number.

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What is the result of 15.9 - 6.78?

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9.12

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What is the difference between a whole number and a decimal?

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A whole number is a number without fractions or decimals, while a decimal includes a fractional part represented by digits after a decimal point.

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Calculate 25.6 - 8.73

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16.87

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If you have 10.5 and you subtract 3.2, what is the result?

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7.3

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What is the process of borrowing in subtraction?

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Borrowing is a method used in subtraction when the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit in a particular place value. You take 1 from the next left place value.