Decimal Operations Word Problems

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing fractions or parts of a whole using a dot (.) to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

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How do you add decimals?

Back

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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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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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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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length by its width. Formula: Area = Length × Width.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.3

CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

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How do you multiply decimals?

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To multiply decimals, multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers, then count the total number of decimal places in both numbers and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the total when adding decimals?

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The total when adding decimals is the sum of the values, ensuring to keep the decimal point aligned.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the difference when subtracting decimals?

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The difference when subtracting decimals is the result of taking one decimal value away from another, keeping the decimal point aligned.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator (top number) by the denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is the purpose of using decimals in real life?

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Decimals are used in real life for precise measurements, financial transactions, and to represent values that are not whole numbers.

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CCSS.2.MD.B.6

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How do you find the total cost of items?

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To find the total cost of items, add the prices of each item together.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8