6th grade Q1

Let's see how you can solve problems involving multiplication of decimals using appropriate problem solving strategies.

Example:

A kilo of apples cost: ₱350.50. How much will you pay if you buy 4.5 kilos?

Let’s solve this problem step by step:

1. Understand

• What is asked?
  How much will you pay if you buy 4.5 kilos of apples?
• What is/are the given facts? Cost of 1 kilo of apples: ₱350.50

2. Plan

• What is/are the operations to be used?
  Multiplication will be used to find the total cost.
• What is the number sentence?

3. Solve

• Multiply the numbers $350.50\times 4.5$. Use the method you have learned for multiplying decimals.

• Label the answer:
  The total cost is ₱1577.25.

Final Answer:

You will pay ₱1577.25 if you buy 4.5 kilos of apples.