Question

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Explain how to multiply decimals. Include at least two examples, using two different strategies and explain the steps that you are using.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Answer 2

Explanation:

Multiplying decimals is not as hard as you think :)

Example 1:

Multiply: 5.2 x 4.5

Step #1: Line up the decimals

Step #2: Multiply like you usually would when multiplying two numbers.

Step #3: Move your decimal twice to the left to get 23.40

Work:

5.2

x 4.5

260

+ 2080

23.40 (I moved the decimal twice to the left from the zero)