Multiplying and Dividing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that has a whole part and a fractional part, separated by a decimal point. For example, 3.14 is a decimal.

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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 were no decimal, then count the total number of decimal places in the numbers being multiplied and place the decimal in the result accordingly.

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What is the result of 1.08 ÷ 4?

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0.27

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What is the result of 3.8 x 4?

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15.2

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How do you divide a decimal by a whole number?

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To divide a decimal by a whole number, divide as if there were no decimal, then place the decimal point in the quotient directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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What is the result of 4.25 x 3.1?

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13.175

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

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Multiply 4.8 miles by 22 days to find the total miles jogged.

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What is the result of 4.8 x 22?

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105.6

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How do you calculate the cost of multiple items with the same price?

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Multiply the price of one item by the number of items to find the total cost.

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If each movie ticket costs $9.50, how much do 5 tickets cost?

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$47.50