EXAMPLE
Arrange the decimals 0.63, 0.256, 3.1, and 0.8 in order of size, smallest to
largest.SOLUTION
0 : 630 630
0 : 256 256
3 :100 3100
0 : 800 800
In order: 0.256, 0.63, 0.8, and 3.1.PRACTICE
- Which is larger: 0.85 or 0.623?
- Which is smaller: 0.003 or 0.02?
- Arrange in order (smallest first): 0.44, 0.4, 0.444.
- Arrange in order (largest first): 0.565, 0.51, 0.5236.
- Arrange in order (largest first): 0.01, 0.1, 0.001, 1.0.
ANSWERS
1. 0.85
2. 0.003
3. 0.4, 0.44, 0.444
4. 0.565, 0.5236, 0.51
5. 1.0, 0.1, 0.01, 0.001
Word Problems
To solve a word problem involving decimals, follow the procedure given in
Chapter 1:- Read the problem carefully.
- Identify what you are being asked to find.
- Perform the correct operation or operations.
- Check your answer or at least see if it is reasonable.
92 CHAPTER 5 Decimals