Lesson 3: What strategies can we use to multiply decimals?

Introduction

In this lesson, you will practice multiplying decimals more than one whole.

Yesterday, you continued to practice multiplying decimals less than one whole using hundredths grids as well as decimals greater than one whole. Today, you will learn different multiplication strategies to multiply decimals greater than one whole.

 

Before we begin, take a look back at the notes you made when you answered the question below: 

When you multiply any numbers, will your product always become larger? 

What are our thoughts now after learning to multiply numbers less than one whole? 

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Multiplying Decimals Greater Than One 

Watch the video below to see how we multiply decimals greater than one whole. Follow along in your journal as you watch. In addition, I have attached a presentation that breaks down each multiplication strategy.

 

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Multiplying Decimals Greater Than One 

Let’s practice what we have learned in the presentation above. Complete the activity below using any strategy you wish!!

  

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