Dividing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that includes a decimal point, which separates the whole number part from the fractional part. For example, 3.14 is a decimal.

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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 as many places as needed to make it a whole number, then divide as usual.

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What is the average?

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The average is the sum of a set of numbers divided by the count of numbers in the set. It represents a central value.

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How do you find the average speed?

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Average speed is calculated by dividing the total distance traveled by the total time taken. Formula: Average Speed = Total Distance / Total Time.

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What does it mean to share costs equally?

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Sharing costs equally means dividing the total cost by the number of people sharing it, so each person pays the same amount.

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How do you divide decimals?

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To divide decimals, align the numbers, move the decimal point in the divisor (the number you are dividing by) to the right to make it a whole number, and move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places. Then divide as usual.

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If a car travels 426.12 miles in 5.3 hours, what is its average speed?

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How do you calculate the cost per person when sharing expenses?

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To calculate the cost per person, divide the total cost by the number of people sharing the cost.