Multiplying Decimals with models

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, represented with a dot (.) to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

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How do you multiply decimals?

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To multiply decimals, multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers, then count the total number of decimal places in both numbers and place the decimal point in the product accordingly.

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What does the product of two decimals represent?

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The product of two decimals represents a smaller number than either of the original decimals, as multiplying fractions results in a smaller value.

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What is the product of 0.4 and 0.3?

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0.4 x 0.3 = 0.12

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What is the product of 0.8 and 0.3?

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0.8 x 0.3 = 0.24

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Which color represents the product in a model?

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In the given model, the product is represented by the color purple.

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What equation does the model 0.3 x 0.8 represent?

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0.3 x 0.8 = 0.24

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What is the product of 0.2 and 3?

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0.2 x 3 = 0.6

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What is the product of 2 and 0.3?

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2 x 0.3 = 0.6

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How do you represent 0.36 in decimal form?

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0.36 is represented as .36.