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.

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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 are no decimals, then count the total number of decimal places in the decimal and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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What is the result of multiplying 0.5 by 4?

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2.0

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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 are no decimals, then place the decimal point in the quotient based on the position of the decimal in the dividend.

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What is the result of dividing 3.6 by 2?

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1.8

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If a bag of chips holds 9 ounces and each serving is 1.8 ounces, how many servings are there?

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5 servings.

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What is the total cost of 3 packs of markers at $4.50 each?

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$13.50.

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If you buy 4 bottles of shampoo at $3.75 each, how much do you spend?

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$15.00.

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If a total bill of $9.20 is shared among 4 people, how much does each person pay?

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$2.30.

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How many liters of juice will be in each of the 14 bottles if 12.6 liters are poured equally?

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0.9 liters.