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 finding how many times one decimal number fits into another.

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What is the first step in dividing a decimal by a whole number?

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The first step is to set up the division problem, aligning the decimal point in the dividend (the number being divided) with the divisor (the number you are dividing by).

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How do you convert a decimal division problem into a fraction?

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You can convert a decimal division problem into a fraction by writing the decimal as the numerator and the whole number as the denominator.

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What is the quotient of 0.9 ÷ 3?

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0.3

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How do you find the cost of one item when given the total cost for multiple items?

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To find the cost of one item, divide the total cost by the number of items.

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What is 29.88 ÷ 12?

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$2.49

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What does the term 'quotient' mean in division?

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The quotient is the result of dividing one number by another.

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What is the quotient of 0.15 ÷ 3?

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0.05

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How do you represent a division problem visually?

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You can represent a division problem visually using models such as arrays or number lines.

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What is the equation that represents 0.8 divided by 0.4?

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0.8 ÷ 0.4 = 2.