Multiplying Decimals (Models)

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, represented with a dot (.) to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

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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 numbers and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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What does the product of two decimals represent?

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The product of two decimals represents a smaller number than either of the original decimals, as it is a multiplication of parts of a whole.

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What is the product of 0.4 and 0.3?

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0.4 x 0.3 = 0.12.

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What is the equation for multiplying 8 by 0.25?

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8 x 0.25 = 2.00.

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Which color represents the product in a decimal multiplication model?

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In the given model, the product is represented by the color purple.

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What is the equation that matches the model showing 0.3 and 0.8?

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0.3 x 0.8 = 0.24.

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How do you represent 0.25 in fraction form?

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0.25 can be represented as 25/100 or simplified to 1/4.

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What is the significance of the decimal point in multiplication?

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The decimal point indicates the value of the number and helps in determining the placement of the decimal in the product.

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What is the product of 0.8 and 0.4?

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0.8 x 0.4 = 0.32.