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What is the decimal form of the fraction $\frac{3}{4}$?
What is the decimal form of the fraction $\frac{3}{4}$?
What is the sum of 0.4 and 0.7?
What is the sum of 0.4 and 0.7?
If you subtract 0.25 from 0.8, what is the result?
If you subtract 0.25 from 0.8, what is the result?
Which of the following is an example of a repeating decimal?
Which of the following is an example of a repeating decimal?
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What is the decimal form of the fraction $\frac{5}{8}$?
What is the decimal form of the fraction $\frac{5}{8}$?
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If you have $$2.50$ and spend $$1.75$, how much money do you have left?
If you have $$2.50$ and spend $$1.75$, how much money do you have left?
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What is the decimal form of the fraction $\frac{3}{5}$?
What is the decimal form of the fraction $\frac{3}{5}$?
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If you add 0.25 and 0.4, what is the result?
If you add 0.25 and 0.4, what is the result?
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What is the result of multiplying 2.5 by 3.4?
What is the result of multiplying 2.5 by 3.4?
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How many decimal places should be retained in the product of two decimals with one decimal place each?
How many decimal places should be retained in the product of two decimals with one decimal place each?
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If 2.5 is divided by 3.4, what is the approximate result rounded to two decimal places?
If 2.5 is divided by 3.4, what is the approximate result rounded to two decimal places?
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When dividing decimals, what should be done with any additional decimal places in the result?
When dividing decimals, what should be done with any additional decimal places in the result?
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Which of the following statements about decimal arithmetic is true?
Which of the following statements about decimal arithmetic is true?
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What is the first step in multiplying two decimals?
What is the first step in multiplying two decimals?
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If a decimal has no whole number part, how is it represented?
If a decimal has no whole number part, how is it represented?
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What is the term used to describe the fractional part of a decimal?
What is the term used to describe the fractional part of a decimal?
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Which operation involving decimals is used to find the value of one quantity divided by another?
Which operation involving decimals is used to find the value of one quantity divided by another?
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Study Notes
Decimals
Decimals form part of our everyday lives when dealing with financial transactions. They represent fractional parts of numbers, such as cents or pennies. In mathematics, fractions can be expressed using a decimal form which is easier to manipulate than the traditional multiplication of numerators and denominators. Here's a closer look at how decimals work in financial mathematics.
Fraction to Decimal Conversion
Converting fractions to decimals involves dividing the number by its denominator. For example, converting \frac{2}{3} as a decimal is done by dividing 2 by 3, which results in 0.6666... This process continues infinitely without repeating because it represents a division by 3. To avoid writing down all the digits, this process can also be represented by simply writing 0.6.
Addition and Subtraction of Decimals
Addition and subtraction of decimals follow the same rules as whole numbers. If adding two decimals with different place values results in zeros appearing before the decimal point, these are dropped. However, if you get a zero, keep it in place. This method ensures that both decimals have the same number of places after the decimal point.
For instance, let's consider addition and subtraction of two decimals:
2.6 + 3.8 = 6.4
2.9 - 1.3 = 1.6
In each case, the decimal points align based on their place value, making it easier to visually check and adjust the alignment.
Multiplication of Decimals
Multiplication of decimals follows a similar pattern. First, multiply the whole numbers, then multiply the decimal parts, where applicable. If the result has more decimal places than either of the original factors, round off to the desired precision.
For example, consider multiplying 2.5 by 3.4:
2.5 * 3.4 = 8.5
The result is 8.5, and no additional decimal points are required since both factors only had one digit after the decimal point.
Division of Decimals
Division of decimals involves dividing whole numbers followed by dividing the decimal parts if applicable. Just like multiplication, any additional decimal places must be rounded off to the desired precision. For example, consider dividing 2.5 by 3.4:
2.5 / 3.4 = 0.735294
Since 2.5 divided by 3.4 is approximately equal to 0.73, we round off to two decimal places, resulting in the final value of 0.73.
In summary, decimals play a crucial role in financial mathematics, enabling the manipulation of fractional values with ease. Understanding the basic concepts of decimal arithmetic, including conversion from fractions to decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, is essential for anyone looking to work with money or perform financial calculations.
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Description
Explore the world of decimals in financial mathematics, from converting fractions to decimals to performing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division operations. Understand the significance of decimals in representing fractional values accurately for financial calculations.
