Multiplying Decimals Review

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing numbers that are not whole, using a 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 area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is found by multiplying its length by its width.

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If Susan colored a grid with dimensions 0.8 and 0.3, what is the area she colored?

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0.8 x 0.3 = 0.24 square units.

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How many yards of fabric does Ms. Sims need for 3 pillows if each requires 1.75 yards?

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1.75 yards x 3 = 5.25 yards.

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What is the total earnings for LaToya if she works 9.5 hours at $7.50 per hour?

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$7.50 x 9.5 = $71.25.

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How do you calculate the cost of fabric if you buy 4.6 meters at $3.55 per meter?

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4.6 meters x $3.55 = $16.33.

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If Dana buys 5 sour worms at $0.16 each, how much does she spend?

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5 x $0.16 = $0.80.

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What is the formula for finding the total cost of multiple items?

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Total Cost = Price per Item x Number of Items.

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What does it mean to round a decimal?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting it to a nearby value that is simpler and easier to work with, often to a certain number of decimal places.