Multiplying Decimal by Decimal Word Problems

Multiplying and Dividing
Decimal
Word Problems

1. ​​Line up number by digit.

2. Set up vertically and multiply like a normal.

3. Count the number of digits behind the decimal in both factors.

4. Place your decimal back in the answer with the noted decimal number.

​Reviewing Multiplication of Decimals

Reviewing
Division of Decimals by Whole Numbers​

• 1. Set up problem using the long division symbol

• 2. Bring the decimal up

• 3. Divide using our long division steps

• (D.M.S.C.B.)

When working with decimal division word problems:

1. Ask yourself, "What is an expression I can use to solve this problem?"

2. Write the problem with the long division sign.

3. Bring decimal up.

4. Start dividing by using out long division steps (D.M.S.C.B.)

When working with decimal multiplication word problems:

1. Ask yourself, "What is an expression I can use to solve this problem?"

2. Set up the problem vertically.

3. Line up Numbers by digits.

4. Ignore the decimal, and multiply like normal.

5. Count the number of digits behind the decimal in both factors and add them back in to our product.