KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Calculations: Multiplying and Dividing with Decimals - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to multiply decimals, using 0.5 * 28 as an example. It begins by equating 0.5 to 1/2 and solving the multiplication to get 14. The tutorial then introduces a technique for multiplying decimals by first ignoring the decimal point, performing the multiplication, and then adjusting the decimal place in the result. This method is applied to solve 0.5 * 28, resulting in 14 or 14.0. The tutorial concludes with a brief mention of how to handle more complex multiplications, such as 3.5 * 28, using the same technique.

Explain the process of multiplying a decimal without the decimal point.

Why is it important to consider the decimal point in your final answer?