Multiplying and Dividing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form, where the denominator is a power of ten. It is used to represent numbers that are not whole, such as 0.5 or 3.14.

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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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How do you divide decimals?

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To divide decimals, move the decimal point in the divisor (the number you are dividing by) to the right until it is a whole number. Move the decimal point in the dividend (the number being divided) the same number of places to the right. Then, divide as usual.

Front

What is the product of 0.5 and 0.2?

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0.1

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What is 1.5 x 2?

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3.0

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What is 0.75 ÷ 0.25?

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3.0

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What is the result of 5.5 x 0.4?

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2.2

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What is 6.3 ÷ 0.9?

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7.0

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How many decimal places are in the product of 2.5 and 0.4?

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There is a total of 2 decimal places in the product.

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What is the result of 4.2 x 1.5?

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6.3