Topic 6 -Dividing Decimals

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

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What is the result of dividing 1.5 by 3?

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0.5

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How do you find the cost per item when given the total cost and quantity?

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Divide the total cost by the number of items.

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If 10.5 is divided by 3, what is the quotient?

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3.5

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

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Area = length × width.

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If a rectangle has an area of 20.4 square feet and a length of 5 feet, what is the width?

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4.08 feet.

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What does it mean to round a decimal?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting its value to make it simpler while keeping it close to the original value.

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What is the value of 0.75 divided by 0.25?

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3.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator (top number) by the denominator (bottom number).