How do I pick the right level?

Choose an age or grade in step 2. Start easier if the pupil is unsure – you can switch anytime and get new problems instantly.

Can I see the problems before printing?

Yes. The sheet shows exactly the problems that will print. Click New problems to swap them.

How do I include an answer key?

Turn on Answer key in the last step. It prints on its own page after the problems, with the same numbering.

What does the question mark next to a problem do?

It opens a step-by-step explanation of the method on screen. It is not printed and does not reveal the answer.

How do you add decimals?

Line up the decimal points, then add as with whole numbers.

Which grade learns decimals?

Decimals start in 4th grade and become a main focus in 5th grade.

Grade 4–6Common Core style · Math: number sense

5th Grade Decimals Worksheets — Free Printable with Answer Key

Adding and subtracting decimals for fifth graders.

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Exercise type: Decimal numbers
Grade: 5 (ages 10–11)
Difficulty: Easy
Number of tasks: 20
Task format: Mixed
Paper size: US Letter

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Exercise type: Decimal numbers
Grade: 5 (ages 10–11)
Difficulty: Easy
Number of tasks: 20
Task format: Mixed
Paper size: US Letter

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Decimal numbers · Grade 5

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Example: how to solve it

Calculate: 4.6 + 2.9 =

One metre of ribbon costs 4.3 kr. What do 2 metres cost? Answer with the correct unit.

Calculate: 4.9 + 2.3 =

A bottle holds 9.2 litres. Sara pours out 3.1 litres. How much is left? Answer with the correct unit.

Calculate: 4.8 + 4.3 =

Sara buys a book for 86 kr and a pen for 7 kr. How much is that in total? Answer with the correct unit.

Calculate: 5.4 − 1.6 =

One metre of ribbon costs 2.8 kr. What do 6 metres cost? Answer with the correct unit.

Calculate: 2.3 + 2.2 =

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A bottle holds 7.6 litres. Nour pours out 3 litres. How much is left? Answer with the correct unit.

11.

Calculate: 5.1 − 4.9 =

12.

A bottle holds 5.4 litres. Hugo pours out 3.2 litres. How much is left? Answer with the correct unit.

13.

Calculate: 9.6 + 2.9 =

14.

One metre of ribbon costs 1.6 kr. What do 4 metres cost? Answer with the correct unit.

15.

Calculate: 1 + 0.8 =

16.

Jo buys a book for 55 kr and a pen for 23 kr. How much is that in total? Answer with the correct unit.

17.

Calculate: 6.6 + 3.7 =

18.

Maja buys a book for 88 kr and a pen for 64 kr. How much is that in total? Answer with the correct unit.

19.

Calculate: 5.4 − 1 =

20.

One metre of ribbon costs 4.6 kr. What do 4 metres cost? Answer with the correct unit.

Answer key

1. 7.5
2. 8.6 kr
3. 7.2
4. 6.1 l
5. 9.1
6. 93 kr
7. 3.8
8. 16.8 kr
9. 4.5
10. 4.6 l
11. 0.2
12. 2.2 l
13. 12.5
14. 6.4 kr
15. 1.8
16. 78 kr
17. 10.3
18. 152 kr
19. 4.4
20. 18.4 kr

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Fifth graders add and subtract decimals and learn to line up the decimal point. These sheets give quick, focused practice at three levels. Every sheet has a separate answer key calculated by the website, so answers always match the problems. Free, no sign-up, US Letter by default.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I pick the right level?: Choose an age or grade in step 2. Start easier if the pupil is unsure – you can switch anytime and get new problems instantly.
Can I see the problems before printing?: Yes. The sheet shows exactly the problems that will print. Click New problems to swap them.
How do I include an answer key?: Turn on Answer key in the last step. It prints on its own page after the problems, with the same numbering.
What does the question mark next to a problem do?: It opens a step-by-step explanation of the method on screen. It is not printed and does not reveal the answer.
How do you add decimals?: Line up the decimal points, then add as with whole numbers.
Which grade learns decimals?: Decimals start in 4th grade and become a main focus in 5th grade.