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In the number 12.057, which digit has the greater value,the 5 or the 7? Explain​

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Answer: The 5

Step-by-step explanation: The decimal for the 5 is .05 while the decimal for the 7 is .007. 0.5 is closer to a whole number making it have a greater value.

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Answer:

the 5 is the correct answer as it comes first

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