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When adding decimals, use a zero as a placeholder so that both decimals have the same number of digits after their decimal points?

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Using a zero as a placeholder so that both decimals ahve the same number of digits after their decimal point is a good strategy while adding decimals because it helps you line the decimals up in the correct way to get the correct sum.

User Maqsood Ahmed
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So this is practically saying you need a spot where the number in between the decimal and number there is a place holder. Comment if you need more help 
User Trent Stewart
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