Dividing Decimals

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals is the process of dividing a number that has a decimal point by another number 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 result of 4.34 ÷ 0.2?

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21.7

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What is the result of 36.8 ÷ 0.2?

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184

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How do you calculate the cost of an item based on weight and price per pound?

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Multiply the weight of the item by the price per pound.

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What is the cost of a 1.4-pound steak at $4.50 per pound?

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$6.30

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What is the result of 5.75 ÷ 0.25?

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23

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What is the result of 1.44 ÷ 0.4?

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3.6

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What is the first step in dividing decimals?

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The first step is to make the divisor (the number you are dividing by) a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right.

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What happens to the dividend when you move the decimal point in the divisor?

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You must also move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right.