Use all four decimal operations
- Line up decimals for addition and subtraction.
- Use place-value rules for multiplication and division.
- Apply order of operations when operations are mixed.
Answer: 4.8 ÷ 2 + 0.6 = 3.0
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All four decimal operations
Learn all four decimal operations with a GCSE-style explanation, help guide, worked example, practice question and flashcards.
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1. Explanation
Key idea
- All four decimal operations is part of decimals and appears often in KS3–GCSE maths.
- Decimal operation questions use the same operation rules as whole numbers, with careful decimal place value.
- Use the worked model, help guide, interactive question and flashcards to practise all four decimal operations until the steps feel automatic.
Real-life examples
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2. Visual
All four decimal operations learning map
Understand the key idea → follow the help guide → practise a question → check your method → build speed with flashcards.
3. Help guide
How to tackle All four decimal operations
- Learn the rule: Decimal operation questions use the same operation rules as whole numbers, with careful decimal place value.
- Worked model: Line up decimals for addition and subtraction. Use place-value rules for multiplication and division. Apply order of operations when operations are mixed.
- Try the interactive question without looking at the answer first.
- Use the flashcards to test the rule, the method and a common check.
4. Worked examples
Step-by-step working
5. Interactive questions
Try it yourself
Calculate 1.5 + 2.3 × 2.
6. Flashcards
Master quick recall
Flip each card, then choose whether you know it or need more practice.
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FrontRule for All four decimal operations
BackDecimal operation questions use the same operation rules as whole numbers, with careful decimal place value.
FrontExample answer: Calculate 1.5 + 2.3 × 2.
Back2.3 × 2 = 4.6, then 1.5 + 4.6 = 6.1.
FrontCommon check for All four decimal operations
BackCheck units/notation, compare with an estimate, and make sure the answer matches the question.
7. Finish
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