Decimal Division

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What is decimal division?

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Decimal division is the process of dividing numbers that contain decimal points, resulting in a quotient that may 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, align the decimal point in the dividend and perform the division as you would with whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the quotient directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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What is the result of 2.7 divided by 9?

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0.3

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What is the result of 3.6 divided by 2?

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1.8

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What is the result of 0.6 divided by 2?

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0.3

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What is the result of 4.5 divided by 3?

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1.5

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What is the result of 6.3 divided by 7?

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0.9

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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 ensures that the quotient accurately reflects the value of the numbers being divided.

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What is a quotient?

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A quotient is the result of division, representing how many times one number is contained within another.

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How can you check your work after dividing decimals?

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You can check your work by multiplying the quotient by the divisor to see if you get back to the original dividend.