Multiplying and 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 that represents 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 0.6 x 0.91?

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0.546

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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. Move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places. Then divide as usual.

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What is 91 ÷ 14?

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6.5

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What is 29.88 ÷ 12?

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2.49

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What is the product of 54.5 x 2.23?

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121.535

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What is 8.4 x 6.2?

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52.08

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What does it mean to round a decimal?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting its value to make it simpler while keeping it close to the original value. For example, rounding 2.49 to the nearest whole number gives 2.

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What is the place value of 0.6?

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In 0.6, the 6 is in the tenths place, which means it represents 6/10.