KingMath
← All 6e · age 11 exercises

Multiplying a decimal

A decimal number times a whole number.

🔍 Step 1 · Understand

First, look at a worked example

2.4 × 3 = ?

💡 The tip : Work out 24 × 3 without the decimal point, then put it back: one decimal place.

🤔 Find the answer in your head, then open the solution.

👀 See the solution

Answer: 7.2

24 × 3 = 72, so 2.4 × 3 = 7.2.

🎯 Step 2 · Your turn!

10 questions. Take your time, and ask for a hint if you get stuck.