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B: decimal operations and word problems (1)

Kimberly Green

Created by Kimberly Green

20 questions

6th Grade

Science

Updated Oct 2026

B: Decimal Operations and Word Problems (1) is a Grade 6 mathematics worksheet with 20 multiple-choice questions that build fluency with decimal addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Students also determine decimal placement in products, multiply a mixed number by a fraction, and apply these operations to real-world situations involving prices, change, distance, rates, quantities, and repeated intervals. The word problems require students to identify the operation, calculate accurately, and interpret the result in context, while the computation items reinforce place value and decimal reasoning. Use this free printable worksheet for independent practice, review, or a quick formative check after teaching decimal operations. It includes a complete answer key for efficient checking and feedback.

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B: decimal operations and word problems (1)

Total questions: 20

Name
Class
Date
1.

Mrs. Green spent $15 at Dunkin Donuts on coffee. If she bought 6 coffees, what was the cost of one coffee?

a)

$0.40

b)

$2.50

c)

$9

d)

$90

2.

Mr. Moraca ran 2.6 miles more than Ms. Cain. If Ms. Cain ran 6.34 miles, how many did Mr. Moraca run?

a)

3.74 miles

b)

6.08 miles

c)

6.6 miles

d)

8.94 miles

3.

Ms. Boruff bought 3 packs of pencils each costing $3.25. If she handed the cashier a $20 bill, how much change should she receive?

a)

$9.75

b)

$10.25

c)

$16.75

d)

$23.25

4.

Mrs. Scalici drove 450 miles in 7.5 hours. If she drove at the same rate, how many miles did she drive in one hour?

a)

0.01666...

b)

6 miles

c)

60 miles

d)

600 miles

5.

Mr. DeLia bought 10 pairs of socks each costing $1.25. How much did he spend in total?

a)

$0.125

b)

$11.25

c)

$12.50

d)

$13.50

6.

Kerri is running a race that is 16.8 miles long. If she stops to take a water break every 0.8 miles, how many water breaks does she take?

a)

13

b)

16

c)

18

d)

21

7.
If you multiply 0.73 by 2.52, how many times would you move the decimal?
a)
2
b)
3
c)
4
d)
5
8.
4 x 0.03
a)
12
b)
0.12
c)
120
d)
0.012
9.
Add the decimal into this number:
2.39 x 4.37 = 104443
a)
10.4443
b)
104.443
c)
10444.3
d)
1.04443
10.
Calculate
0.6÷5
a)
0.1
b)
0.12
c)
0.012
d)
1.02
11.
Calculate
7.8÷0.03
a)
2.6
b)
26
c)
260
d)
.26
12.

2.98 + 5.3=

a)

2.51

b)

8.28

c)

3.63

d)

2.37

13.

94 - 4.8=

a)

89.2

b)

5.4

c)

90.80

d)

98.8

14.

100 x 3.25

a)

0.0325

b)

325

c)

32.5

d)

32500

15.
Question Image
a)
3/40
b)
4/40
c)
3/5
d)
5/24
16.
Question Image
a)
1/5
b)
12/72
c)
7/17
d)
1/6
17.
Question Image
a)
1/21
b)
4/84
c)
1/10
d)
1/28
18.
Question Image
a)
2/24
b)
3/16
c)
5/7
d)
1/12
19.
Question Image
a)
4
b)
8
c)
2  3/8
d)
1  2/5
20.

What is the product of 2 1/2 x 3/4 in simplest form?

a)

1 5/8

b)

2 5/8

c)

1 7/8

d)

7/8

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B: decimal operations and word problems (1)

Total questions: 20

1.
b)

$2.50

2.
d)

8.94 miles

3.
b)

$10.25

4.
c)

60 miles

5.
c)

$12.50

6.
d)

21

7.
c) 4
8.
b) 0.12
9.
a) 10.4443
10.
b) 0.12
11.
c) 260
12.
b)

8.28

13.
a)

89.2

14.
b)

325

15.
a) 3/40
16.
d) 1/6
17.
a) 1/21
18.
d) 1/12
19.
b) 8
20.
c)

1 7/8

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What does this decimal operations and word problems worksheet cover?

This Grade 6 worksheet uses 20 multiple-choice questions to practice decimal addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, including multiplying by decimals and dividing by a decimal divisor. Students also apply those skills to money, distance, rate, and quantity word problems, such as finding unit cost, change, miles per hour, and repeated intervals. One item extends the practice to multiplying a mixed number by a fraction.

How can I use this worksheet to teach decimal operations and word problems?

First model how to choose an operation from a context, such as finding one coffee’s cost, total spending, change, or a constant rate. Then have students solve the computation questions and explain decimal placement using place value or an equivalent fraction. Use the multiple-choice options as discussion prompts by asking which error could produce each distractor, especially in the decimal-division and money problems.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this decimal worksheet?

Students may misalign decimal points when adding or subtracting, count decimal places incorrectly in multiplication, or place the decimal incorrectly when dividing by a decimal such as 0.03. In the word problems, watch for choosing multiplication instead of division when finding a unit cost or rate, and for reporting an unreasonable result without checking the context. Students may also confuse the number of decimal moves with the number of decimal places in a product.

How do I assign and grade this decimal operations worksheet?

The worksheet is available as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz on Wayground, so you can use the 20 multiple-choice items for independent practice or assessment. It includes a complete answer key, and printable submissions can be graded by scanning student work with the Wayground for Teachers app.

How can I differentiate this decimal operations worksheet for my students?

In the worksheet’s Advanced Settings, adjust font spacing or choose a larger font size to make the decimal calculations, answer choices, and word problems easier to scan. You can also enable a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language when those options support access to the same multiple-choice practice.

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