Multiplying/Dividing Decimals

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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 decimal point. For example, 0.5 is a decimal representation of 5/10.

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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 is the product of 0.3 and 0.5?

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0.15

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How do you divide decimals?

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To divide decimals, move the decimal point in the divisor to the right until it is a whole number, then move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right. Divide as usual.

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What is 45.6 ÷ 3?

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15.2

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What is 0.6 ÷ 5?

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0.12

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What is the result of 7.8 ÷ 0.03?

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260

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What does it mean to round a decimal?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting its value to a nearby specified value, often to make it simpler or easier to work with.

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What is the value of 0.75 when rounded to the nearest tenth?

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0.8

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.