Grade 5 · Year 6 · Class 5 · ages 10–11 · Decimals
Multiplying decimals: Grade 5 practice
Multiplying decimals by whole numbers and by other decimals. Eight questions at a time, instant feedback and a mastery score from 0 to 100.
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The idea in one minute
Ignore the decimal points, multiply as whole numbers, then put the point back so the answer has the same number of decimal places in total.
Try these on paper first
One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy 0.2 × 9 =
Answer: 1.8
Medium 7.8 × 4 =
Answer: 31.2
Challenge 0.4 × 0.4 =
Answer: 0.16
More ways to practise multiplying decimals
- Printable multiplying decimals worksheet with an answer key (new questions every time)
- All Grade 5 practice · Decimals worksheets
Related skills
- Decimals as fractions (Grade 5)
- Round decimals (Grade 5)
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- Place value in decimals (Grade 5)
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FAQ
Multiplying decimals: questions
What grade is multiplying decimals?
It is usually taught in Grade 5 (Year 6 in England, Class 5 in India, ages 10–11), though schools and countries differ. Try the grade above or below if it feels too hard or too easy.
What does a multiplying decimals question look like?
For example: "7.8 × 4 =" The answer is 31.2. Ignore the decimal points, multiply as whole numbers, then put the point back so the answer has the same number of decimal places in total.
What should I learn before and after multiplying decimals?
Before it, try money with decimals word problems (Grade 4). After it, move on to decimals as fractions (Grade 5).
How can I get better at multiplying decimals?
Ignore the decimal points, multiply as whole numbers, then put the point back so the answer has the same number of decimal places in total. Practise a little every day, read the hint after each wrong answer, and use the printable worksheet when you want to write it out.
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