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, move the decimal point in the dividend (the number being divided) to the right until it becomes a whole number, and then divide as usual.

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What is the result of 2.4 ÷ 4?

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0.6

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What is the result of 2.8 ÷ 4?

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0.7

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What is the result of 1.8 ÷ 0.2?

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9

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What is the result of 1.8 ÷ 6?

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0.3

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What is the result of 0.15 ÷ 3?

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0.05

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What is the rule for placing the decimal point in division?

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The decimal point in the quotient (the result) is placed directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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How can you check your division of decimals?

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You can check your division by multiplying the quotient by the divisor. If the product equals the dividend, your division is correct.

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What happens when you divide a decimal by a decimal?

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When dividing a decimal by another decimal, you can convert both numbers to whole numbers by moving the decimal points to the right, then divide as usual.