Multiplying Decimals B

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing numbers that are not whole numbers, using a point (.) to separate the whole 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 numbers being multiplied and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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What is the value of 0.75 in fraction form?

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0.75 is equal to 3/4.

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If a book costs $82.53, how much do 10 books cost?

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$825.30 (82.53 x 10 = 825.30).

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How do you find the total cost of multiple items with the same price?

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Multiply the price of one item by the number of items.

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What is the product of 0.89 and 25?

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The product is $22.25 (0.89 x 25 = 22.25).

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How do you convert a decimal to a percentage?

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To convert a decimal to a percentage, multiply the decimal by 100 and add a percent sign (%).

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What is 4.2 pounds of apples at $1.45 per pound?

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$6.09 (4.2 x 1.45 = 6.09).

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If you have $20 and spend $6.90, how much change do you get back?

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$13.10 (20 - 6.90 = 13.10).

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What is the total distance run if each lap is 0.75 miles and 8.5 laps are run?

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6.375 miles (0.75 x 8.5 = 6.375).