Multiply Decimals by Powers of 10

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What is the effect of multiplying a decimal by 10^n where n is a positive integer?

Back

Multiplying a decimal by 10^n shifts the decimal point n places to the right.

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How do you multiply a decimal by 10^3?

Back

To multiply a decimal by 10^3, move the decimal point three places to the right.

Front

What is 0.74 x 10^3 in standard form?

Back

740

Front

What happens to the value of a decimal when it is multiplied by a power of 10?

Back

The value increases as the decimal point shifts to the right.

Front

How do you convert 7.129 × 100 to standard form?

Back

Move the decimal point two places to the right, resulting in 712.9.

Front

What is the result of multiplying 0.0891 by 10^4?

Back

891

Front

Explain the process of multiplying a decimal by 100.

Back

To multiply a decimal by 100, move the decimal point two places to the right.

Front

What is the result of 0.0867 x 100?

Back

8.67

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What is the general rule for multiplying decimals by powers of 10?

Back

The general rule is to shift the decimal point to the right for positive powers and to the left for negative powers.

Front

If you multiply 43.2 by 10^3, what is the result?

Back

43,200