Decimals #5: Basic Long Division

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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.

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

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What is the cost per kilogram if 3 kg of shrimp costs $40.68?

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$13.56

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2.686

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0.144

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2.734

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1.29

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What is long division?

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Long division is a method for dividing larger numbers by breaking the problem down into smaller, more manageable steps.

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What does the term 'dividend' mean?

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The dividend is the number that is being divided in a division problem.

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What does the term 'divisor' mean?

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The divisor is the number by which the dividend is divided.