Multiplying Decimals - Where to put the Decimal Point

When multiplying 2 decimal numbers together, the usual procedure is to perform the multiplication and then, as the second and final step, decide where to put the decimal point. 

Placing the decimal point involves adding the number of decimal places of the original numbers, and this will tell you where to put the decimal point in answer.

Here pupils will get lots of practice with placing the decimal point and will be excellent preparation for   "Multiply Decimals using the Standard Algorithm"

There are five sets of differentiated worksheets with questions presented horizontally AND in the standard format for multiplying decimals.

In the initial four sets, the problems are set out so that pupils can see a progression from the multiplier being a unit, then a tenth, and finally a hundredth. The reason for this is that whilst learning the method of placing the decimal point students will get the opportunity to see any patterns that might show up  in the answers.  

In the 5th set, the questions are presented in a random order

A standout feature is the worksheet randomization. With a single click, educators can generate an entirely new set of questions, making it a renewable resource for the entire school year. Be it for classwork, revision, or homework, adaptability ensures students achieve proficiency in the topic.

You could also use any of the worksheets to explain or introduce the subject to your class as you will have almost unlimited examples to work with and they will be different from the actual worksheets you hand out to your students.  

As these worksheets  need little explanation and no preparation, they are ideal if you need to leave work for a substitute teacher.

Answers found on the second page of every worksheet are automatically generated when you create a new worksheet.

Lastly, it's essential to note that these resources are compatible PDF documents. They operate seamlessly with the official Adobe Acrobat Reader on both Windows and Mac. Plus, the randomizing features are effortlessly accessible via touchscreen devices or interactive whiteboards.