Multiplying Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form, where the denominator is a power of ten, represented with a decimal point.

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How do you multiply decimals?

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To multiply decimals, multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers, then count the total number of decimal places in both factors and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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How many decimal places are in the product of 1.5 and 0.6?

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There are 2 decimal places in the product of 1.5 and 0.6.

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How many decimal places are in the product of 0.15 and 0.6?

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There are 3 decimal places in the product of 0.15 and 0.6.

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How do you determine the number of decimal places in a product?

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Count the total number of decimal places in both factors being multiplied.

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What is the product of 17.98 and 143.5?

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The product of 17.98 and 143.5 has 3 decimal places.

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What is the product of 0.73 and 2.52?

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The product of 0.73 and 2.52 has 4 decimal places.

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What is the product of 7.13 and 5.5?

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The product of 7.13 and 5.5 is 39.215.

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Why is it important to know how to multiply decimals?

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Knowing how to multiply decimals is essential for solving real-world problems involving measurements, finances, and data analysis.

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What is the first step in multiplying decimals?

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The first step is to ignore the decimal points and multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers.