Multiplying Decimals

5th GradeMath60 min

aligned to Ccss 5.nbt.b.7

Learning Objective

I can multiply decimals to the hundredths place using models or strategies.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

How to Multiply Decimals

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Guided Notes

12 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • When multiplying decimals, first line up the numbers to the right side, ignoring the decimal points initially.

  • After multiplying as if the numbers are whole numbers, count the total number of decimal places in the original problem.

  • Move the decimal point in your answer from the right to the left the same number of places as you counted in the original problem.

Practice

18 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Solve 2.1 × 1.4. Show your work.

Teacher Guide

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