Decimal Review Flashcards

Front 1

compare

Back 1

To state the similarities or differences between two or more numbers, objects, or figures by considering size, shape, odd, even, or other attributes.

Front 2

round

Back 2

To approximate the value of a whole number or decimal to a specific place value.

Front 3

decimal point

Back 3

A period or dot separating the ones place from the tenths place in decimal numbers or dollars from cents in money.

Front 4

digit

Back 4

Any one of the ten numerical symbols: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9.

Front 5

divisible

Back 5

If a number has a whole number answer when divided by a second number, the first number is divisible by the second number.

Front 6

equivalent decimals

Back 6

Equal in value.
2.9 is equivalent to 2.90

Front 7

estimate

Back 7

An answer that is an approximation.

Front 8

order

Back 8

To place numbers or objects in a sequential arrangement (e.g., least to greatest or heaviest to lightest).

Front 9

percent

Back 9

A number expressed in relation to 100; represented by the symbol % (e.g., 40 parts out of 100 is 40%).

Front 10

place value

Back 10

The value of a digit in a number based on its position (e.g., in the number 28, the 2 is in the tens place and the 8 is in the ones place).

Front 11

Back 11

place value chart

Front 12

remainder

Back 12

The amount left over when one number is divided by another number; if the remainder is 0, it is usually said that there is no remainder.

Front 13

reasonable estimate

Back 13

An approximation of the result of a given problem or calculation using rational, logical procedures (e.g., rounding).