Multiplying 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 dot (decimal point) separating the whole number from the fractional part.

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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 0.5 as a fraction?

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0.5 is equivalent to 1/2.

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What is the product of 0.2 and 0.2?

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0.2 x 0.2 = 0.04.

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If you multiply a decimal by 10, what happens to the decimal point?

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The decimal point moves one place to the right.

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What is 81.9 x 0.5?

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81.9 x 0.5 = 40.95.

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How do you find the total distance if you ride a trail multiple times?

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Multiply the length of the trail by the number of times you rode it.

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What is 8.54 miles multiplied by 4?

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8.54 miles x 4 = 34.16 miles.

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How do you calculate the cost of multiple items with the same price?

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Multiply the price of one item by the number of items.

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What is the cost of 5 movie tickets at $9.50 each?

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5 x $9.50 = $47.50.

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