Rounding and Comparing Decimals

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What is rounding in mathematics?

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Rounding is the process of adjusting the digits of a number to make it simpler while keeping its value close to what it was. It often involves increasing or decreasing the last digit based on the value of the next digit.

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How do you round a decimal to the nearest hundredth?

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To round a decimal to the nearest hundredth, look at the third decimal place. If it is 5 or greater, increase the second decimal place by 1. If it is less than 5, keep the second decimal place the same.

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Round 3.994 to the nearest hundredth.

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3.99

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What does it mean to compare decimals?

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Comparing decimals involves determining which decimal is greater, less than, or equal to another decimal.

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What symbol is used to show that one number is greater than another?

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What symbol is used to show that one number is less than another?

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What symbol is used to show that two numbers are equal?

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=

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Compare 0.7 and 0.67. What is the correct symbol?

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Carlos ran 2.5 miles on Monday, 3.2 miles on Wednesday, and 4.05 miles on Friday. How many miles did he run in total?

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9.75

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How do you round a decimal to the nearest tenth?

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To round a decimal to the nearest tenth, look at the hundredths place. If it is 5 or greater, increase the tenths place by 1. If it is less than 5, keep the tenths place the same.