Decimal Word Problems

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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 compare two decimal numbers?

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To compare two decimal numbers, align the decimal points and compare each digit from left to right. The number with the larger digit in the first place that differs is greater.

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What does it mean to add decimals?

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Adding decimals involves lining up the decimal points and adding each column of numbers, just like whole numbers, carrying over if necessary.

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How do you subtract decimals?

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To subtract decimals, align the decimal points and subtract each column of numbers, borrowing if necessary.

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What is multiplication of decimals?

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Multiplication of decimals involves multiplying the numbers as if they were whole numbers and then placing the decimal point in the product based on the total number of decimal places in the factors.

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What is division of decimals?

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To divide decimals, you can move the decimal point in the divisor to make it a whole number, and then move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places.

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How do you find the difference between two decimal prices?

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To find the difference, subtract the lower price from the higher price.

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If an item costs $5.75 and you pay with a $10 bill, how much change do you get?

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You get $4.25 in change.

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What is the total cost of 3 items priced at $2.50 each?

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The total cost is $7.50.

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How do you calculate the total cost of multiple items with different prices?

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Add the price of each item together to find the total cost.