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What is the purpose of using decimal numbers?
What is the purpose of using decimal numbers?
- To represent parts of a whole and perform mathematical operations more easily (correct)
- To show off mathematical skills
- To make calculations more complicated
- To confuse people with fractions
Why is it important to line up the decimals when adding or subtracting numbers with decimals?
Why is it important to line up the decimals when adding or subtracting numbers with decimals?
- To make the problem look neat and organized
- To confuse others who may see the work
- To complicate the calculation process
- To ensure correct placement of the decimal point in the result (correct)
What is the result of adding $12.8$ and $9.602$?
What is the result of adding $12.8$ and $9.602$?
- $22.402$ (correct)
- $22.42$
- $22.4020$
- $22.40$
How can fractions be converted into decimals?
How can fractions be converted into decimals?
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What makes decimals easier to work with compared to fractions?
What makes decimals easier to work with compared to fractions?
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What is the result of adding 12.8 and 9.602?
What is the result of adding 12.8 and 9.602?
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How much pizza is left over after adding the amounts in Box 1 to Box 5?
How much pizza is left over after adding the amounts in Box 1 to Box 5?
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What is the result of subtracting 9.602 from 12.8?
What is the result of subtracting 9.602 from 12.8?
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