Question

q3_unit 3_lesson 15/16/17 multiply and divide decimals_quiz
what is the product of 6 and 9.3? use estimation to find the answer.
a 0.558
b 5.58
c 55.8
d 558

Explanation:

Step1: Estimate 9.3

Round 9.3 to the nearest whole number, which is 9.

Step2: Multiply by 6

Calculate \( 6\times9 = 54 \). Now, the actual product of 6 and 9.3 is \( 6\times9.3 = 55.8 \), which is close to our estimate (54) and matches option C.

Answer:

C. 55.8