How Well Do You Know Comparing Decimals?

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    Comparing Decimals is a topic under ....?

    • Political Science
    • Music
    • Mathematics
    • Sociology
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It is also easier to compare decimals when you have the same number of decimaldigits. Thus, when comparing two decimals, we can write one or more extra zeros to the right of the last digit of one decimal so that both decimals have the same number of decimal digits.

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  • 2. 
    Comparing Decimals is taught in ....? - ProProfs

    Comparing Decimals is taught in ....?

    • School

    • Museum

    • Restaurant

    • Mosque

    Correct Answer
    A. School
    Explanation
    Comparing decimals is taught in school because it is a fundamental mathematical concept that helps students understand the relative values of numbers with decimal places. This skill is essential in various subjects, such as mathematics, science, and finance, where precise calculations and comparisons are required. School provides a structured learning environment where students can develop their mathematical abilities, including the ability to compare decimals accurately.

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  • 3. 
    Comparing Decimals shows which number is ....? - ProProfs

    Comparing Decimals shows which number is ....?

    • Greater

    • Lesser

    • Right

    • Left

    Correct Answer
    A. Greater
    Explanation
    Comparing decimals allows us to determine which number is larger or greater. By comparing the digits to the right of the decimal point, we can establish which decimal has a larger value. In this case, the correct answer is "greater" because comparing decimals is a method to determine which number is larger.

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  • 4. 
    Decimals and .... could used to represent the same thing. - ProProfs

    Decimals and .... could used to represent the same thing.

    • Algebra

    • Ratio

    • Fractions

    • Denominators

    Correct Answer
    A. Fractions
    Explanation
    Fractions can be used to represent the same thing as decimals. Fractions are a way of expressing a part of a whole, where the numerator represents the part and the denominator represents the whole. Decimals, on the other hand, are a way of representing numbers with a decimal point, where the digits after the decimal point represent a fraction of a whole number. Therefore, both fractions and decimals can be used interchangeably to represent the same value or concept.

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  • 5. 
    The following are scientists except ....? - ProProfs

    The following are scientists except ....?

    • Bill Nye

    • Bill Clinton

    • Isaac Newton

    • Albert Einstein

    Correct Answer
    A. Bill Clinton
    Explanation
    The question asks for scientists, and Bill Clinton is not a scientist. He is a politician and served as the 42nd President of the United States. The other three options, Bill Nye, Isaac Newton, and Albert Einstein, are all well-known scientists in their respective fields.

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  • 6. 
    Decimals show values that are less than ....? - ProProfs

    Decimals show values that are less than ....?

    • One

    • Two

    • Three

    • Four

    Correct Answer
    A. One
    Explanation
    Decimals show values that are less than one. Unlike whole numbers or integers, decimals represent fractions or portions of a whole number. They are used to express values that fall between whole numbers and are less than one.

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  • 7. 
    Comparing Decimals is under ......? - ProProfs

    Comparing Decimals is under ......?

    • Decimals

    • Fractions

    • Algebra

    • Ratio

    Correct Answer
    A. Decimals
    Explanation
    Comparing Decimals is a topic that falls under the category of Decimals. In mathematics, decimals are a way of representing numbers that are not whole. When comparing decimals, we look at the value of each digit after the decimal point to determine which decimal is greater or lesser. This skill is specifically related to working with decimals and is not a part of other topics such as Fractions, Algebra, or Ratio.

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  • 8. 
    When comparing decimals, first, compare the whole numbers to the .... of the decimal point. - ProProfs

    When comparing decimals, first, compare the whole numbers to the .... of the decimal point.

    • Left

    • Right

    • Top

    • Below

    Correct Answer
    A. Left
    Explanation
    When comparing decimals, it is important to compare the whole numbers to the left of the decimal point first. This is because the whole numbers represent the larger values, and by comparing them first, we can determine which decimal is greater or smaller. The numbers to the right of the decimal point are less significant and are compared only if the whole numbers are equal.

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  • 9. 
    Decimals are typically introduced in ..... with tenths and hundredths - ProProfs

    Decimals are typically introduced in ..... with tenths and hundredths

    • 3th Grade

    • 4th Grade

    • 6th Grade

    • 5th Grade

    Correct Answer
    A. 4th Grade
    Explanation
    Decimals are typically introduced in 4th grade. This is because at this grade level, students have already developed a strong understanding of whole numbers and place value. Introducing decimals in 4th grade allows students to further expand their understanding of place value by introducing the concept of dividing a whole into smaller parts. Students learn about tenths and hundredths, which are the basic building blocks of decimal numbers. This foundation prepares them for more complex decimal operations in later grades.

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    First, compare the whole numbers to the left of the decimal point. If they are not the same, the smaller decimal number is the one with the smaller whole number. Do you agree? - ProProfs

    First, compare the whole numbers to the left of the decimal point. If they are not the same, the smaller decimal number is the one with the smaller whole number. Do you agree?

    • Disagree

    • Strongly agree

    • Strongly disagree

    • Agree

    Correct Answer
    A. Strongly agree
    Explanation
    The explanation for the given correct answer is that when comparing decimal numbers, the whole numbers to the left of the decimal point play a significant role. If the whole numbers are different, the decimal number with the smaller whole number is generally smaller. This is because the whole number represents a larger value, and therefore, the decimal number with the smaller whole number would be smaller overall. Therefore, it is strongly agreed that the smaller decimal number is the one with the smaller whole number.

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