Multiplying and Dividing Decimals

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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. For example, 3.5 is a decimal.

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How do you multiply a decimal by a whole number?

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To multiply a decimal by a whole number, multiply as if there were no decimal, then place the decimal point in the product based on the number of decimal places in the original decimal.

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What is the result of 1.5 x 2?

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3.0

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How do you divide a decimal by a whole number?

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To divide a decimal by a whole number, divide as if there were no decimal, then place the decimal point in the quotient directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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What is the result of 3.6 ÷ 2?

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1.8

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What is the result of 0.75 x 4?

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3.0

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator. For example, 1/4 = 0.25.

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What is the result of 0.9 ÷ 0.3?

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3.0

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How do you find the cost of one item if you know the total cost and the number of items?

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To find the cost of one item, divide the total cost by the number of items.

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If a dozen roses cost $29.88, how much does one rose cost?

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$2.49