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Show how to solve the problem in the example by multiplying decimals

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Answer:

To multiply decimals, first multiply as if there is no decimal. Next, count the number of digits after the decimal in each factor. Finally, put the same number of digits behind the decimal in the product.

Explanation:

Example: Multiply 0.25 by 0.2

0.25 × 0.2. multiply without decimal points:

25 × 2 = 50. 0.25 has 2 decimal places,

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