5.3F and 5.3G Dividing with 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 convert a decimal division problem into a fraction?

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To convert a decimal division problem into a fraction, you can express the decimal as a fraction (e.g., 0.5 = 5/10) and then divide the fractions.

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What is the first step in dividing a decimal by a whole number?

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The first step is to set up the division problem as you would with whole numbers, aligning the decimal point in the dividend.

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How do you handle the decimal point in the quotient when dividing decimals?

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You place the decimal point in the quotient directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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What is the result of dividing 3.25 by 5?

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The result of dividing 3.25 by 5 is 0.65.

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If Jenna drank 6.8 bottles of soda, each containing 2.3 ounces, how do you find the total ounces consumed?

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Multiply the number of bottles (6.8) by the ounces per bottle (2.3) to find the total ounces.

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What is the quotient of 15.9 divided by 12?

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The quotient of 15.9 divided by 12 is 1.325.

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How do you find the length of each piece when a branch is cut into equal parts?

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To find the length of each piece, divide the total length of the branch by the number of pieces.

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What is the length of each piece if an 18.32 inch branch is cut into 8 pieces?

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Each piece would be 2.29 inches long.

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How do you calculate the weight of candy in each small bag when a large bag is split into smaller bags?

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Divide the total weight of the large bag by the number of smaller bags.