Finding the Value of Underlined Digits in Decimals

In this video, Mr. J explains how to determine the value of an underlined digit in decimal numbers. The video covers four examples, each focusing on a different place value: tenths, thousandths, tens, and hundredths. Mr. J emphasizes that the value of a digit is determined by its position in the number. He provides a place value chart to assist with understanding and demonstrates how to express the value of digits both in decimal and fractional forms. The video concludes with a summary of the key concept that the place of a digit determines its value.

What is the main topic covered in this video?

• Addition of decimals

• Subtraction of decimals

• Multiplication of decimals

• Determining the value of an underlined digit in decimals

In the number 8.45, what is the value of the digit 4?

• 4

• 0.4

• 0.04

• 40

How can you write 0.4 as a fraction?

• 4/10

• 4/100

• 1/4

• 40/100

In the number 0.627, what is the value of the digit 7?

• 7

• 0.007

• 0.7

• 0.07

How can you write 0.007 as a fraction?

• 7/1000

• 7/10

• 70/1000

• 7/100

In the number 62.99, what is the value of the digit 6?

• 6

• 0.6

• 60

• 600

Why does the digit 6 in 62.99 have a value of 60?

• Because it is in the hundredths place

• Because it is in the tens place

• Because it is in the tenths place

• Because it is in the ones place

In the number 291.538, what is the value of the digit 3?

• 3

• 0.03

• 0.3

• 0.003

How can you write 0.03 as a fraction?

• 30/1000

• 3/10

• 3/100

• 3/1000

What determines the value of a digit in a number?

• The decimal point

• The digit itself

• The place where the digit is sitting

• The number of digits in the number