Multiply Decimals

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What is the product of 8 and 0.6?

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The product of 8 and 0.6 is 4.8.

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If Edna walks 0.5 miles on each trip to the park, how far will she walk if she makes 3 trips?

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Edna will walk 1.5 miles if she makes 3 trips to the park.

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What is 4 multiplied by 0.07?

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4 multiplied by 0.07 is 0.28.

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Calculate the product of 9 and 7.37.

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The product of 9 and 7.37 is 66.33.

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What is the result of multiplying 0.4 by 8.6?

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0.4 multiplied by 8.6 is 3.44.

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Define multiplication of decimals.

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Multiplication of decimals involves multiplying 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 determine the placement of the decimal point in a product of decimals?

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Count the total number of decimal places in both factors and place the decimal point in the product so that it has the same number of decimal places.

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What is the importance of understanding decimal multiplication in real-life applications?

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Understanding decimal multiplication is crucial for solving real-life problems involving measurements, finances, and statistics.

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What is the formula for multiplying two decimal numbers?

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Multiply the numbers as if they are whole numbers, then adjust the decimal point in the result.

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How can you check your work after multiplying decimals?

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You can check your work by estimating the product and ensuring your answer is reasonable.