Solve: 4.1 × 1.6 × 3.2 + 4.7 Decimal Operations

Decimal Multiplication with Order of Operations

4.11.63.2+4.7=? 4.1\cdot1.6\cdot3.2+4.7=\text{?}

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00:00 Solve
00:03 Convert decimal fractions to mixed fractions
00:21 Now let's convert mixed fractions to fractions
00:39 Always solve multiplication and division before addition and subtraction
00:45 Make sure to multiply numerator by numerator and denominator by denominator
00:55 Calculate the multiplications
01:04 Put it in the exercise
01:22 Make sure to multiply numerator by numerator and denominator by denominator
01:32 Calculate the multiplications
01:41 Put it in the exercise
02:05 Multiply the fraction to find the common denominator
02:14 Add with the common denominator
02:24 Write the numerator as a whole number
02:27 Move the decimal point to the left according to the number of zeros in the denominator
02:34 And this is the solution to the question

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Understand the problem

4.11.63.2+4.7=? 4.1\cdot1.6\cdot3.2+4.7=\text{?}

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Step-by-step solution

We begin by converting the decimal numbers into mixed fractions:

4110×1610×3210+4710= 4\frac{1}{10}\times1\frac{6}{10}\times3\frac{2}{10}+4\frac{7}{10}=

We then convert the mixed fractions into simple fractions:

4110×1610×3210+4710= \frac{41}{10}\times\frac{16}{10}\times\frac{32}{10}+\frac{47}{10}=

We solve the exercise from left to right:

41×1610×10=656100 \frac{41\times16}{10\times10}=\frac{656}{100}

This results in the following exercise:

656100×3210+4710= \frac{656}{100}\times\frac{32}{10}+\frac{47}{10}=

We solve the multiplication exercise:

656×32100×10=20,9921,000 \frac{656\times32}{100\times10}=\frac{20,992}{1,000}

Now we get the exercise:

20,9921,000+4710= \frac{20,992}{1,000}+\frac{47}{10}=

We then multiply the fraction on the right so that its denominator is also 1000:

47×10010×100=4,7001,000 \frac{47\times100}{10\times100}=\frac{4,700}{1,000}

We obtain the exercise:

20,9921,000+4,7001,000=20,992+4,7001,000=25,6921,000 \frac{20,992}{1,000}+\frac{4,700}{1,000}=\frac{20,992+4,700}{1,000}=\frac{25,692}{1,000}

Lastly we convert the simple fraction into a decimal number:

25,6921,000=25.692 \frac{25,692}{1,000}=25.692

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Final Answer

25.692

Key Points to Remember

Essential concepts to master this topic
  • Rule: Follow order of operations - multiplication before addition always
  • Technique: Calculate 4.1 × 1.6 × 3.2 = 20.992, then add 4.7
  • Check: Verify by computing step-by-step: 6.56 × 3.2 + 4.7 = 25.692 ✓

Common Mistakes

Avoid these frequent errors
  • Adding 4.7 before completing all multiplications
    Don't calculate 4.1 × 1.6 × (3.2 + 4.7) = wrong result! This changes the mathematical meaning entirely and gives 51.824 instead of 25.692. Always complete all multiplications first, then add.

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FAQ

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Why can't I just add 4.7 to 3.2 first since it's easier?

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Because of the order of operations (PEMDAS)! Multiplication must be done before addition. Adding first changes the entire problem and gives you the wrong answer.

How do I multiply three decimal numbers without making errors?

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Take it step by step: First calculate 4.1×1.6=6.56 4.1 \times 1.6 = 6.56 , then multiply that result by 3.2 to get 6.56×3.2=20.992 6.56 \times 3.2 = 20.992 .

Can I convert decimals to fractions like in the explanation?

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Yes, absolutely! Converting to fractions can help avoid decimal multiplication errors. Just remember: 4.1=4110 4.1 = \frac{41}{10} , 1.6=1610 1.6 = \frac{16}{10} , etc.

How many decimal places should my final answer have?

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Your answer should have 3 decimal places (25.692) because that's what you get from the precise calculation. Don't round prematurely during intermediate steps!

What if I get a different answer than the choices given?

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Double-check your order of operations! Make sure you're multiplying all three numbers first, then adding 4.7. The most common mistake is adding too early in the process.

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