Division with decimals - Word Problems

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What is division with decimals?

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Division with decimals involves dividing numbers that have decimal points, resulting in a quotient that may also have a 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 first step in solving a word problem involving division with decimals?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the numbers involved.

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Amber saved a total of $3.20 over 5 weeks. How much money did Amber save each week?

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$0.64

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The weight of sand in a large bag is 63.4 pounds. What is the weight in pounds of the sand in each small bag if divided into 20 bags?

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3.17 pounds

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How do you find the amount saved each week if you have a total savings goal and a number of weeks?

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Divide the total savings goal by the number of weeks.

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Anthony has a goal of saving $96.20. How much money will he need to save each week in order to meet his goal over 13 weeks?

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$7.40

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Mr. Adams drove his delivery truck 151.2 miles over 24 days. How many miles did he drive each day?

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6.3 miles

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What is the formula to calculate the amount in each group when dividing a total amount?

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Total amount ÷ Number of groups = Amount in each group.

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Ms. Jaffey had a total of 428.5 ounces of pretzels. How many ounces did she put into each bowl if she used 5 bowls?

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85.7 ounces