Math Problem Statement
Addition I'm decimal example 12
Solution
Here’s an example of addition in decimal numbers:
Example: Add 12.5 and 7.3.
Step-by-Step Solution:
- Align the numbers by their decimal points:
12.5
- 7.3
2. Add the digits from right to left:
- **Rightmost column**: $$5 + 3 = 8$$
- **Next column**: $$2 + 7 = 9$$
- **Leftmost column**: $$1 + 0 = 1$$ (There's no digit above the "1.")
3. Write the result:
12.5
- 7.3
19.8
### Final Answer:
The sum of **12.5** and **7.3** is **19.8**.
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Would you like more examples or details? Here are 5 related questions for practice:
1. Add **23.45** and **56.78**.
2. What is the sum of **102.1** and **87.6**?
3. Solve: **3.141 + 2.718**.
4. Add **0.006** and **12.004**.
5. What is the sum of **12.34**, **45.67**, and **89.01**?
**Tip:** Always align decimal points to ensure proper addition!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Addition
Decimal Numbers
Formulas
Align numbers by decimal points before adding
Theorems
Basic Arithmetic Properties (Commutative and Associative Properties of Addition)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 4-6