Summary
How can you tell if one decimal number is larger or smaller than the other? Knowing the place value of each digit will help you compare decimal numbers. You can also compare them using tools like area models and bar models. Bar models are especially useful when comparing a decimal to a fraction, which is just a different way to write parts of a whole. When comparing decimals, it’s important to look at the whole numbers, not just the decimal digits. So, let’s get to the (decimal) point and watch the movie!
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Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Comparing Decimals:
- What is one new thing you learned about comparing decimals?
- Can you explain it to a partner in your own words?
- Where might you see this in the real world?
- What is one question you still have?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- Write one sentence explaining comparing decimals.
- Draw or give one example of your own.