Subtracting Decimals

Subtracting decimals is easy when you keep your work  neat

To subtract decimals, follow these steps:

 Write down the two numbers, one under the other, with the decimal
points lined up.
 Add zeros so the numbers have the same length
 Then subtract normally, remembering to put the decimal point in the
answer

Example: Subtract 0.03 from 1.1

Line the decimals up:     1.1
    − 0.03 
      
"Pad" with zeros:     1.10
    − 0.03
      
Subtract:     1.10
    − 0.03
      1.07

Answer: 1.07

That was just like 110 − 3 = 107, but with the decimal point in a different
position

Example: Calculate 7.005-0.55

Line the decimals up:     7.005
    − 0.55
      
"Pad" with zeros:     7.005
    − 0.550
      
Subtract:     7.005
    − 0.550
      6.455
Answer: 6.455

And that was just like 7005 − 550 = 6455