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You learn how to read the value of each digit after the decimal point and compare decimal numbers correctly. This helps you work out prices, measurements and simple calculations in everyday maths.
You should already know whole number place value and the names of digits in ones, tens and hundreds. It also helps if you can count in tenths and read simple fractions like halves and quarters.
One question from this skill's own question bank, shown with its full working.
What is the value of the 5 in 3.25?
Working: In 3.25 the 5 is in the hundredths place.
In Upper Primary, this kind of work usually appears after pupils are secure with whole number place value and before more advanced number topics. It supports school-based assessment and gives useful practice for the kind of decimal questions that build the groundwork for the BECE.
Curriculum notes are a general guide to where this work normally sits. Always check the syllabus your school or examination body is currently using.
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