To add or subtract decimals, an understanding of place value close place valueThe value of a digit that relates to its position or place in a number. Eg, in 1482 the digits represent 1 thousand, 4 ...

This installment works on subtracting decimals and some problem solving ...

Fifth-graders will continue to deepen their understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions.

They add and subtract fractions with the same denominator (bottom number), multiply fractions by whole numbers and understand relationships between fractions and decimals.

School children are expected to be able to read, write and compare fractions, add and subtract decimals, solve linear equations, and find the perimeter and areas of shapes by the time they reach ...