Multiplying Decimals Word Problems

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What is a decimal?

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

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CCSS.2.MD.B.6

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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 does it mean to find a fraction of a number?

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Finding a fraction of a number means multiplying the number by the fraction.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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If a movie is 1.45 times longer than another, how do you calculate its length?

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Multiply the length of the shorter movie by 1.45.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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What is the first step in solving a word problem involving multiplication of decimals?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the numbers involved.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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How do you convert a mixed number to a decimal?

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To convert a mixed number to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator and add the whole number part.

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What is the importance of estimating in multiplication problems?

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Estimating helps to check if the final answer is reasonable and to simplify calculations.

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How can you check your answer after multiplying decimals?

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You can check your answer by dividing the product by one of the original numbers to see if you get the other number.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the decimal equivalent of 40%?

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The decimal equivalent of 40% is 0.40.

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If Greg is 65 inches tall and his dad is 1.27 times his height, how tall is his dad?

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82.55 inches.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3