Dividing Decimals

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals is the process of dividing numbers that have decimal points, which involves understanding place value and how to manipulate the decimal point in the quotient.

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

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What is the result of 124.2 ÷ 9?

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13.8

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How do you divide a decimal by another decimal?

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To divide a decimal by another decimal, first convert the divisor (the number you are dividing by) to a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right. Then, move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right and divide as usual.

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What is 7.8 ÷ 0.03?

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260

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What is the quotient of 28.24 ÷ 4?

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7.06

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How do you handle decimals when dividing?

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When dividing decimals, ensure to align the decimal points correctly and adjust the dividend and divisor as needed to simplify the division.

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What is 1.08 ÷ 4?

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0.27

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What is 1.44 ÷ 0.4?

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3.6

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What does it mean to move the decimal point in division?

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Moving the decimal point in division helps to convert decimals into whole numbers, making the division process easier.