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Deca

Definition Of Deca

'Deca' is a prefix and is equivalent to 10.

More About Deca

'Deca' is a prefix and is equivalent to 10

Example of Deca

Decameter means 10 meters.
Decaliter means 10 liters.
Decagon means a polygon having 10 sides.

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Solved Example on Deca

Ques: How many centimeters equal 1 decameter?

Choices:

A. 1000
B. 100
C. 10
D. 1
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1: Deca means 10.
Step 2: 1 decameter = 10 meters = (10 × 100) centimeters = 1000 centimeters. [1 meter = 100 centimeters.]

Quick Summary

  • 'Deca' means 10
  • Used with metric units like meters, liters, grams
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use real-world examples to illustrate the concept of 'deca', such as measuring the length of a room in decameters.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Basic arithmetic
  • Understanding of metric system

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: How many meters are there in 1 decameter?

Q2: Which of the following uses 'deca' to mean 10 sides?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does 'deca' mean?
A: 'Deca' means 10.

Q: Is decameter larger or smaller than a meter?
A: A decameter is larger than a meter. It's equal to 10 meters.

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