Comparing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

Back

A decimal is a way of representing numbers that are not whole, using a point (.) to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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How do you compare decimals?

Back

To compare decimals, look at the digits from left to right. The first place where the digits differ determines which decimal is larger.

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What does the term 'shaded area' refer to in a grid?

Back

The shaded area refers to the part of the grid that is filled in or colored, representing a fraction of the whole grid.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 6/10?

Back

0.6

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Which is greater: 0.39 or 0.399?

Back

0.399 is greater than 0.39.

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What fraction represents 0.2?

Back

2/10 or 1/5.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 2/100?

Back

0.02

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator (top number) by the denominator (bottom number).

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What is the value of 1.0 compared to 0.999?

Back

1.0 is greater than 0.999.

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What does it mean if two decimals are equal?

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It means they represent the same value, even if they look different.