Multiplying Decimals

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What is the process of multiplying decimals?

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To multiply decimals, first multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers. Then, count the total number of decimal places in both numbers being multiplied. The product should have the same number of decimal places as the total counted.

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How do you convert a decimal to a fraction?

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To convert a decimal to a fraction, write the decimal over 1, then multiply the numerator and denominator by 10 for every digit after the decimal point. Simplify the fraction if possible.

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What is the value of 0.5 multiplied by 0.2?

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0.5 multiplied by 0.2 equals 0.1.

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How do you round a decimal to the nearest whole number?

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To round a decimal to the nearest whole number, look at the digit to the right of the decimal point. If it is 5 or greater, round up. If it is less than 5, round down.

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What is the importance of place value in multiplying decimals?

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Place value is important in multiplying decimals because it determines the position of the decimal point in the product. Correctly aligning the numbers based on their place values ensures accurate multiplication.

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If Sarah jogged 4.8 miles each day for 22 days, how do you calculate the total miles jogged?

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Multiply 4.8 miles by 22 days: 4.8 x 22 = 105.6 miles.

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What is the formula to calculate earnings based on hourly wage and hours worked?

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The formula to calculate earnings is: Earnings = Hourly Wage x Hours Worked.

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How do you multiply a decimal by a whole number?

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To multiply a decimal by a whole number, multiply as if the decimal were a whole number, then place the decimal point in the product based on the number of decimal places in the original decimal.

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What is the result of multiplying 1.5 by 7?

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1.5 multiplied by 7 equals 10.5.

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How do you handle multiplication when one of the numbers is a decimal?

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When multiplying a decimal by another number, treat the decimal as a whole number during multiplication, then adjust the decimal point in the final answer according to the number of decimal places.