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 (.) to separate 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 the product of 0.2 and 0.8?

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0.16

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If a box of candy canes costs $0.98, how much do 12 boxes cost?

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$11.76

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What is 81.9 multiplied by 0.5?

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40.95

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How do you find the total cost of items when given the price per item?

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Multiply the price per item by the number of items.

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What is 3.4 pounds of apples at $0.89 per pound?

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$3.03

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What is $6.19 multiplied by 4?

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$24.76

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What does it mean to round a decimal?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting its value to make it simpler while keeping it close to the original value.

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What is the importance of decimal places in multiplication?

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Decimal places determine the precision of the result; they indicate how many digits are to the right of the decimal point.