Multiplying Decimals

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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 decimal point. For example, 0.5 is a decimal that represents 5/10.

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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 is the product of 0.3 and 0.5?

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0.15

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What is the product of 2.5 and 6.7?

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16.75

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How do you convert kilometers to miles using decimals?

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Multiply the number of kilometers by 0.62 to convert to miles.

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If 1 kilometer is approximately 0.62 miles, how many miles are in 12 kilometers?

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7.44 miles

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What is the product of 1.2 and 2.1?

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2.52

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What is the cost of 3 pounds of peaches at $2.50 per pound?

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$7.50

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What is the product of 0.4 and 0.6?

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0.24

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What is the product of 3.5 and 2.2?

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7.7