how to clearing decimals multiplying by 10

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To clear decimals when multiplying by 10, you simply move the decimal point one place to the right. Here's a step-by-step explanation:

1. Identify the number you want to multiply by 10, which may have decimals. Let's call this number "x".

2. Take "x" and move its decimal point one place to the right. If "x" doesn't have a decimal point, imagine it at the end of the number.

3. Multiply the new number obtained by moving the decimal point to the right by 10.

Here's an example to illustrate the process:

Let's say you have the number 3.75 and you want to clear the decimals by multiplying it by 10.

1. Identify the number you want to multiply: 3.75 (in this case)

2. Move the decimal point one place to the right: 37.5 (the decimal point is now after the "7")

3. Multiply the new number by 10: 37.5 * 10 = 375

So, multiplying 3.75 by 10 clears the decimals and gives you the value of 375.