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Worked Example 2: Multiplying Decimals

Part of Integers & Decimals — GCSE Mathematics

This study notes covers Worked Example 2: Multiplying Decimals within Integers & Decimals for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Integers & Decimals in Number for GCSE Mathematics with 14 exam-style questions and 22 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 8 of 12 in this topic. Use this study notes to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

Topic position

Section 8 of 12

Practice

14 questions

Recall

22 flashcards

Worked Example 2: Multiplying Decimals

Calculate: 4.2 × 0.35

Solution

Step 1: Multiply ignoring decimals

42 × 35 = 1470

Step 2: Count decimal places

4.2 has 1 place, 0.35 has 2 places → Total: 3 places

Step 3: Place decimal point

1470 → 1.470 or 1.47

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Worked Example 1: Adding DecimalsWorked Example 3: Dividing DecimalsNumbers Big and SmallWhat Are Integers and Decimals?

Practice Questions for Integers & Decimals

What is the value of the digit 4 in the number 12.345?

  • A. 4
  • B. 0.4
  • C. 0.04
  • D. 40
1 markfoundation

Explain how to multiply two decimal numbers without a calculator.

2 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

What is a decimal?
A number with a decimal point showing parts of a whole. The digits after the point represent tenths, hundredths, thousandths, etc.
Money calculation
£4.25 + £12.30 + £8.75 Line up decimals: 4.25 12.30 + 8.75 ------ 25.30 Answer: £25.30

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