Multiplying/Dividing 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 rule for dividing decimals?

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To divide decimals, move the decimal point in the divisor to the right until it is a whole number. Move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places. Then, divide as usual.

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What is the value of 0.5 x 0.2?

Back

0.1

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Calculate 3.5 x 2.4.

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8.4

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What is 0.75 divided by 0.25?

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3

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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 the result of 1.2 + 0.8?

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2.0

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How do you subtract decimals?

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Align the decimal points and subtract as you would with whole numbers, then place the decimal point in the answer.

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What is 5.6 - 2.3?

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3.3