Multiplying Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that includes a decimal point, which separates the whole number part from the fractional part.

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How do you add decimals?

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To add decimals, align the decimal points and add as you would with whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the answer directly below the other decimal points.

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What is the value of 0.5 in fractions?

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0.5 is equivalent to 1/2.

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How do you multiply a decimal by a whole number?

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Multiply as you would with whole numbers, then place the decimal point in the product based on the total number of decimal places in the numbers being multiplied.

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What is the product of 0.2 and 0.3?

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The product of 0.2 and 0.3 is 0.06.

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If you multiply 0.5 by 10, what is the result?

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The result is 5.

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What is the total cost if 3.5 kg of apples cost 2 dollars per kg?

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The total cost is 7 dollars.

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How do you round 2.78 to the nearest whole number?

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2.78 rounded to the nearest whole number is 3.

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What is 1.25 + 1.75?

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1.25 + 1.75 = 3.00.

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If a meter of fabric costs 4.5 dollars, how much do 3 meters cost?

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3 meters cost 13.5 dollars.