Dividing Decimals

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What is the process of dividing decimals called?

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Dividing decimals is the process of dividing a number that has a decimal point by another number, which can also be a decimal.

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How do you divide a decimal by a whole number?

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To divide a decimal by a whole number, move the decimal point in the dividend (the number being divided) to the right until it becomes a whole number, and then divide as usual.

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What is the result of 25.2 ÷ 4?

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6.3

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How do you divide one decimal by another decimal?

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To divide one decimal by another, you can multiply both the dividend and the divisor by 10 for each decimal place in the divisor to eliminate the decimals, then divide as usual.

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What is 3.6 ÷ 6?

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0.6

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What is the cost of one box if fourteen boxes of candles were sold for $91.00?

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$6.50

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How do you find the cost of one item when given the total cost and quantity?

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To find the cost of one item, divide the total cost by the number of items.

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What is the cost of one rose if a dozen roses are sold for $29.88?

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$2.49

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What is the importance of placing the decimal point correctly in division?

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Placing the decimal point correctly is crucial because it ensures the accuracy of the result in decimal division.

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What is the rule for dividing decimals when the divisor is a decimal?

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When the divisor is a decimal, move the decimal point in the divisor to the right until it becomes a whole number, and do the same with the dividend.