long division with decimals

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What is long division?

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A method for dividing large numbers by breaking down the division process into simpler steps.

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How do you divide a decimal by a whole number?

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Move the decimal point in the dividend (the number being divided) to the right until it becomes a whole number, and do the same with the divisor if necessary.

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What is the result of 3.6 ÷ 6?

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0.6

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How do you divide a decimal by another decimal?

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Convert both decimals to whole numbers by moving the decimal point to the right, then divide as usual.

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What is 7.8 ÷ 0.03?

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260

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What is the result of 0.59 ÷ 5?

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0.118

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What is the quotient of 456 ÷ 5?

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91.2

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What is 1.4 ÷ 0.7?

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2

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What does the term 'dividend' mean?

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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 number by which the dividend is divided.