Question

What is the difference between 21.25-1.509

Answer 1

Answer:

19.741

Step-by-step explanation:

When subtracting decimals line up the decimals and then add 0s to the end to make it work. SO instead of

21.25

-1.509

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It would be

21.250

- 1.509

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Solve the subtraction problem like you normally would. THen drop the decimal down so it lies up with the others.

21.250

- 1.509

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19.741