how to work out 0.28 x 650?

Question

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Answer 1

Using just plain old multiplication: make sure you line up your columns from right to left

650

.28

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1) Multiply 8x0, then 8x5 and then 8x6 and this is what you should get:

650

x .28

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5200

2) Next multiply 2x0, 2x5 and 2x6 and remember to indent 1 space over (see where the "X" is):

650

x .28

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5200

x1300

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3) add your columns and cross out the last 2 digits to arrive at your answer:

650

x .28

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5200

+ 1300x

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18200 Your answer is 182

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