Question

find the product.
7.02
× 8.5

Explanation:

Step1: Multiply as whole numbers

First, ignore the decimal points and multiply 702 by 85.
$$702\times85 = 702\times(80 + 5)=702\times80+702\times5 = 56160+3510 = 59670$$

Step2: Count decimal places

The number 7.02 has 2 decimal places, and 8.5 has 1 decimal place. So the total number of decimal places in the product is \(2 + 1=3\).

Step3: Place the decimal

Starting from the right of 59670, move the decimal point 3 places to the left.
\(59670\) with decimal point moved 3 places left is \(59.67\)

Answer:

\(59.67\)