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Multiply and Divide Whole Numbers and Decimals by Ten (A) WORKSHEET

Suitable for Grades: 5th Grade
CCSS: 5.NBT.A.2
CCSS Description: CCSS Description: Explain patterns in the number of zeros of the product when multiplying a number by powers of 10, and explain patterns in the placement of the decimal point when a decimal is multiplied or divided by a power of 10. Use whole‑number exponents to denote powers of 10.

Multiply and Divide Whole Numbers and Decimals by Ten (A) WORKSHEET DESCRIPTION

This worksheet asks learners to consolidate the knowledge of place value by multiplying and dividing whole numbers and decimal numbers by ten. Section A asks learners to practise multiplying whole numbers and numbers with one decimal by ten. Section B then asks the same but with numbers with two decimal places. Section C then has some mixed questions based on the two previous sections. A similar format is then arranged for dividing by ten. Section D has dividends in the ten or hundreds. Section E has dividends in the ones or with decimals. Section F has some mixed division questions.

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This worksheet is specifically designed for 5th grade students who are developing their understanding of place value operations. At this level, students are ready to explore how multiplying and dividing by ten affects the position of digits in both whole numbers and decimal numbers. The structured approach helps build confidence before moving on to more complex decimal operations.