Multiplying Decimals

Front

What is a decimal?

Back

A decimal is a number that includes a decimal point, which separates the whole number part from the fractional part. For example, 2.5 is a decimal.

Front

How do you multiply decimals?

Back

To multiply decimals, first 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.

Front

What is the product of 2.5 and 6.2?

Back

The product of 2.5 and 6.2 is 15.50.

Front

How do you convert kilometers to miles?

Back

To convert kilometers to miles, multiply the number of kilometers by 0.62.

Front

What is 12 kilometers in miles?

Back

12 kilometers is approximately 7.44 miles.

Front

If Sarah jogs 4.8 miles each day for 22 days, how do you find the total distance?

Back

Multiply 4.8 miles by 22 days to find the total distance jogged.

Front

What is the total distance Sarah jogged if she jogged 4.8 miles for 22 days?

Back

The total distance Sarah jogged is 105.6 miles.

Front

How do you calculate earnings from hourly work?

Back

To calculate earnings, multiply the hourly wage by the number of hours worked.

Front

If Kayla earns $5.50 an hour and works 6.5 hours, how much does she earn?

Back

Kayla earns $35.75.

Front

What is the cost of 2.4 pounds of beef at $5.20 per pound?

Back

The cost is $12.48.