Comparing Decimals and Place Value Flashcard

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that represents a part of a whole, using a dot (.) to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

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What does the place value of a digit represent?

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The place value of a digit indicates its value based on its position in a number, such as ones, tenths, hundredths, etc.

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0.08

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What is the value of the digit 5 in the number 78.25?

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0.05

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How do you represent a decimal in expanded form?

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You break down the number into the sum of its parts based on place value.

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What is the expanded form of 8.284?

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8 + 0.2 + 0.08 + 0.004

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How do you compare two decimals?

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You compare decimals by looking at the digits from left to right, starting with the highest place value.

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Which is greater: 1.563 or 1.536?

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1.563 is greater than 1.536.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.