multiplication decimals

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What is multiplication of decimals?

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Multiplication of decimals involves multiplying two decimal numbers together, aligning the numbers as if they were whole numbers, and then placing the decimal point in the product based on the total number of decimal places in the factors.

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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 there is no decimal, then place the decimal point in the product according to the number of decimal places in the decimal.

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What is the value of the digit 5 in 12,684.25?

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The value of the digit 5 in 12,684.25 is 0.05, as it is in the hundredths place.

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How do you determine the value of a digit in a decimal number?

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To determine the value of a digit in a decimal number, identify its position relative to the decimal point (e.g., tenths, hundredths, thousandths) and assign the corresponding value.

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What is 2.6 multiplied by 10?

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2.6 multiplied by 10 equals 26.

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What is the product of 2.5 and 6.7?

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The product of 2.5 and 6.7 is 16.75.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 36%?

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The decimal equivalent of 36% is 0.36.

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How do you add decimals?

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To add decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and add as you would whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the sum directly below the other decimal points.

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What is the importance of decimal places in multiplication?

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Decimal places are important in multiplication because they determine the placement of the decimal point in the product, affecting the accuracy of the result.