Divide Decimals by Whole Numbers

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form, where the denominator is a power of ten. It is used to represent numbers that are not whole, such as 0.5 or 3.14.

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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. Then, divide as you would with whole numbers and place the decimal point in the quotient (the result) directly above where it was in the dividend.

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What is the first step in dividing decimals by whole numbers?

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The first step is to ensure that the decimal is converted into a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right.

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If you divide 36.12 by 7, what is the result?

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The result is 5.16.

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What does it mean to split a bill?

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To split a bill means to divide the total amount equally among the people involved.

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How much does each person pay if the total bill is $94.16 and it is split between two people?

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Each person pays $47.08.

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What is the formula for dividing decimals?

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The formula is: (Decimal ÷ Whole Number) = Quotient.

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If a group of friends pays $49.21 for tickets, how do you find the cost of one ticket?

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To find the cost of one ticket, divide the total amount paid by the number of tickets.

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What is the cost of two tickets if the total cost is $49.21?

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The cost of two tickets is $14.06.

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What is a quotient?

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