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 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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What is the product of 0.5 and 0.2?

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0.1

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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, then move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right. Divide as usual.

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What is 1.5 ÷ 0.5?

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3

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

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$47.50

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What is 4.25 x 3.1?

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13.175

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If a bag of oranges costs $7.65 and is shared by 5 people, how much does each person pay?

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$1.53

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What is 3.8 x 4?

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15.2

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What is 0.68 ÷ 3.4?

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0.2