Dividing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form. It uses a decimal point to separate 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 until it becomes a whole number. Then divide as usual and place the decimal point in the quotient.

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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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Calculate: 7.65 ÷ 5

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1.53

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What is the result of 1.8 ÷ 0.2?

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9

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How do you interpret the result of dividing a decimal?

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The result of dividing a decimal tells you how many times the divisor fits into the dividend.

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Calculate: 1.08 ÷ 4

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0.27

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What is the cost of one box if 14 boxes cost $91.00?

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$6.50

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Calculate: 30 ÷ 0.5

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60

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What does it mean to share a cost equally?

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To share a cost equally means to divide the total cost by the number of people sharing it, so each person pays the same amount.