Comparing and Reading Decimals Flashcard

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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, 0.5 is a decimal.

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How do you read the decimal 0.50?

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You read 0.50 as 'fifty hundredths' or simply 'point five zero'.

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What does rounding a decimal mean?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting the number to a nearby value that is simpler or easier to work with, often to a specified place value.

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What is the value of the underlined digit in 16.5?

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The underlined digit is 6, which is in the tens place, representing 60.

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How do you order decimals from least to greatest?

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To order decimals from least to greatest, compare the digits starting from the leftmost side, moving to the right until a difference is found.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 4 tenths?

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The decimal equivalent of 4 tenths is 0.4.

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How do you round 0.473 to the nearest hundredth?

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To round 0.473 to the nearest hundredth, look at the third digit (3). Since it is less than 5, you keep the second digit (7) the same, resulting in 0.47.

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What is the greatest decimal among 0.36, 0.38, and 0.4?

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The greatest decimal among 0.36, 0.38, and 0.4 is 0.4.

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What does the decimal 0.06 represent?

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The decimal 0.06 represents six hundredths.

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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 by the denominator. For example, 1/4 = 0.25.