Multiplying Decimals CFA

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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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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the product of 2.39 and 4.37?

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10.4443

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the product of 45.1 and 7?

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315.7

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the product of 0.3 and 0.5?

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0.15

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the product of 10.8 and 4?

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43.2

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the product of 10.3 and 2?

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20.6

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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How do you determine the location of the decimal point in a product?

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Count the total number of decimal places in the factors. The decimal point in the product is placed so that there are that many decimal places.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the importance of understanding decimal multiplication?

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Understanding decimal multiplication is crucial for solving real-world problems involving money, measurements, and data.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What happens when you multiply a decimal by a whole number?

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The product will be a decimal that is less than the whole number if the decimal is less than 1.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7