Lesson 15 Dividing Decimals with Remainders

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals involves splitting a decimal number into equal parts. It is similar to dividing whole numbers but requires attention to the 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, then divide as usual.

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What is the result of 0.6 divided by 4?

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0.15

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What is the result of 8.2 divided by 4?

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2.05

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If five jugglers share 6.2 pounds of candy equally, how much does each get?

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1.24 pounds

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What is the result of 63 divided by 2?

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31.5

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What does a remainder mean in division?

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A remainder is the amount left over after division when the numbers do not divide evenly.

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How do you express a remainder as a decimal?

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To express a remainder as a decimal, divide the remainder by the divisor and add it to the quotient.

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What is the importance of placing the decimal point correctly in division?

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Placing the decimal point correctly ensures that the value of the quotient is accurate and reflects the division of decimal numbers.

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What is the first step in dividing decimals?

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The first step is to determine how many places to move the decimal point in the dividend to make it a whole number.