Multiplying Decimals 5th grade

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that represents a fraction of a whole, using a dot (.) 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, first 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 value of 0.1 x 0.1?

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0.01

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What is the total weight of 12 packages of candy weighing 8.6 oz each?

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103.2 oz

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If each brownie costs $0.63, how much do 18 brownies cost?

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$11.34

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What is 4.75 multiplied by 11?

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$52.25

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10.79

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50.85

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What is the first step in multiplying decimals?

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Multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers.

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How do you determine where to place the decimal in the product of two decimals?

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Count the total number of decimal places in both factors and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.