Decimal Division

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What is decimal division?

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Decimal division is the process of dividing numbers that have decimal points, which involves understanding how to handle the placement of the decimal in the quotient.

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How do you divide decimals?

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To divide decimals, you can move the decimal point in the divisor to the right until it becomes a whole number, and then move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right before performing the division.

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What is 0.35 ÷ 0.7?

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0.5

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What is 3.6 ÷ 0.6?

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6

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When dividing decimals, do you need to move the decimal point?

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Yes, you often need to move the decimal point in the divisor to make it a whole number.

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If the total bill is $102 and 8 friends split it evenly, how much does each person pay?

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$12.75

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What is the first step in dividing decimals?

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The first step is to determine if you need to move the decimal point in the divisor.

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What is the result of 1.2 ÷ 0.4?

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3

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What happens to the decimal point in the quotient when you move it in the dividend?

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The decimal point in the quotient moves the same number of places to the right as the dividend.

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What is 0.05 ÷ 0.1?

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0.5

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