Dividing Decimals

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals involves splitting a decimal number into equal parts, which can be done by moving the decimal point to make the divisor a whole number.

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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, simply divide as you would with whole numbers and place the decimal point in the quotient directly above where it is in the dividend.

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What is the result of 36.8 ÷ 0.2?

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184

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What is the result of 7.8 ÷ 0.03?

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260

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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 result of 118.5 ÷ 5?

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23.7

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What is the result of 0.48 ÷ 0.4?

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1.2

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How do you convert a division problem with decimals into a simpler form?

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You can convert a division problem with decimals into a simpler form by multiplying both the dividend and the divisor by the same power of 10 to eliminate the decimal.

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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 correct division of the numbers.

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What is a common mistake when dividing decimals?

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A common mistake is forgetting to move the decimal point in the quotient when the divisor is a decimal.