Adding and subtracting decimals
FInd the sum of 0.48 and 0.6.
You may use the models shown below to help you find the sum.
0.42
0.54
1.08
1.80
Find the sum.
6.32 + 9.5
Explain how you got your answer, or use a model or another strategy to show how you got your answer:
Find the difference.
10.73 - 1.8
Explain how you got your answer, or use a model or another strategy to show how you got your answer:
Jenna’s backpack weighed 12.09 pounds. Kara’s backpack weighed 15.3 pounds. How much heavier was Kara’s backpack?
Use what you know about decimals to explain how you found your answer.