Understand prices and explain an order clearly
Add and Subtract Decimals: Word Problems
Decimals help us work with amounts that are not whole numbers, such as prices, weights, and measurements. In word problems, we add to find a total and subtract to find how much is left or the difference between two amounts.
Example: You sell a hat for $18.50 and spend $7.25 on materials. How much money is left?
$18.50 − $7.25 = $11.25
💡 Remember: Read carefully, decide whether to add or subtract, and line up the decimal points before solving!
📘 IXL Activity Instructions
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Answer questions 1–30 only.
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