Maths Dictionary · JSS 1, JSS 2
Decimal places (d.p.)
Simple meaning
The number of digits after the decimal point.
Example
3.14159 to 2 d.p. is 3.14.
See it
From the Decimal Places lesson. Try moving things around.
4.736
■ keep · ■ deciding digit · ■ dropped
Next digit is 6 → 5 or more: round UP4.736 ≈ 4.74 (2 d.p.)
Decimal places
2