To multiply a decimal number by 1000, we move the decimal point in the number to the right by three places, state whether the statement is True or False

Solution:

The given statement says that to multiply a decimal number by 1000, we move the decimal point in the number to the right by three places. The given statement is true. For example, 0.002 × 1000 = 2

✦ Try This: Evaluate 0.50 × 1000

To solve the above problem you can follow the fractions and decimals rules to get the required answer.

☛ Also Check: NCERT Solutions for Class 7 Maths Chapter 2

NCERT Exemplar Class 7 Maths Chapter 2 Exercise Problem 50

To multiply a decimal number by 1000, we move the decimal point in the number to the right by three places, state whether the statement is True or False

Summary:

Yes, to multiply a decimal number by 1000, we move the decimal point in the number to the right by three places

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