Multiplying Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form. It uses a decimal point to separate the whole number part 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 the product of 0.5 and 0.2?

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0.1

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What is the product of 3.4 and 0.1?

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0.34

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is 4.5 miles multiplied by $2.40 per mile?

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$10.80

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If Jennifer bought 3.4 pounds of apples at $0.89 per pound, how much did she pay?

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$3.03

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What is 4.8 miles jogged each day for 22 days in total?

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105.6 miles

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Calculate 3.5 x 4.92.

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17.22

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If a car rental company charges $0.07 per mile, how much will it cost to drive 42 miles?

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$2.94