Dividing Decimals

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals involves splitting a decimal number into equal parts. It is similar to dividing whole numbers but requires attention to the decimal point.

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

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What is the result of 7.77 ÷ 4?

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1.9425

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What is the result of 1.26 ÷ 5?

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.252

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What is the result of 34.2 ÷ 6?

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5.7

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What is the result of 6.16 ÷ 0.8?

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7.7

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What is the result of 9.51 ÷ 6?

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1.585

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What should you do if the divisor is a decimal?

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If the divisor is a decimal, multiply both the divisor and the dividend by 10 for each decimal place in the divisor to make the divisor a whole number.

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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 value of the quotient is accurate and reflects the division of the original numbers.

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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 the quotient when the divisor is a decimal.