Decimal Division Models

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What is decimal division?

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Decimal division is the process of dividing numbers that include decimal points. It involves determining how many times one decimal number can fit into another.

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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 quotient of 4.5 ÷ 1.5?

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The quotient of 4.5 ÷ 1.5 is 3.

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What is the first step in dividing decimals?

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The first step in dividing decimals 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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If you divide 6.4 by 0.8, what do you do first?

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First, convert 0.8 to a whole number by moving the decimal point one place to the right, which makes it 8. Then, move the decimal point in 6.4 the same number of places to the right, making it 64.

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What is the result of 0.75 ÷ 0.25?

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The result of 0.75 ÷ 0.25 is 3.

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Explain how to check your work after dividing decimals.

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To check your work, multiply the quotient by the divisor. If the product equals the original dividend, your division is correct.

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What does it mean to round a decimal in division?

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Rounding a decimal in division means adjusting the decimal to a certain place value (like the nearest whole number or tenths) to simplify the calculation.

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How do you handle remainders in decimal division?

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In decimal division, if there is a remainder, you can add a decimal point and zeros to the dividend to continue dividing until you reach a desired level of precision.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/4 is 0.25.