Dividing Decimals

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What is the first step in dividing decimals, such as 19.5 ÷ 0.31?

Back

Move the decimal point in the divisor (0.31) to the right until it becomes a whole number, which in this case is 31.

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How do you adjust the dividend when dividing decimals?

Back

You must move the decimal point in the dividend (19.5) the same number of places to the right as you moved in the divisor.

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What is the result of 3.8 x 4?

Back

15.2

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How do you divide a decimal by a whole number, such as 1.08 ÷ 4?

Back

Divide as you would with whole numbers, and place the decimal point in the quotient directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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What is the result of 1.08 ÷ 4?

Back

0.27

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How do you divide a decimal by another decimal, such as 5.75 ÷ 0.25?

Back

Convert the divisor to a whole number by moving the decimal point, and move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places.

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What is the result of 5.75 ÷ 0.25?

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23

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What is the importance of aligning decimal points when performing division?

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Aligning decimal points ensures that the division is performed accurately, maintaining the correct place value.

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What is a common mistake when dividing decimals?

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A common mistake is forgetting to move the decimal point in both the divisor and the dividend.

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What is the rule for multiplying decimals?

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Count the total number of decimal places in both factors, and place the decimal point in the product so that it has that many decimal places.