Multiplying Whole Numbers by Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form. It represents a part of a whole number, using a dot (.) to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

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How do you multiply a whole number by a decimal?

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To multiply a whole number by a decimal, multiply as if there were no decimal, then count the total number of decimal places in the numbers being multiplied and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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What is the product of 0.5 and 6?

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3.0

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What is the estimated product of 18.4 and 10 when rounded to the nearest ten?

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200

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What is the product of 1.87 and 9?

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16.83

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What is the product of 6.41 and 3?

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19.23

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If a package weighs 58.5 pounds, how much do 16 packages weigh?

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936 pounds (exact), but estimated to about 1,200 pounds.

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What does rounding mean in multiplication?

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Rounding means adjusting a number to the nearest specified value, making it easier to estimate the product.

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What is the importance of estimating products?

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Estimating products helps to quickly assess the reasonableness of an answer and simplifies calculations.

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What is the difference between a whole number and a decimal?

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A whole number is a number without fractions or decimals, while a decimal includes a fractional part represented by digits after a decimal point.