Division with decimals - Word Problems

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What is division with decimals?

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Division with decimals involves dividing numbers that have decimal points, resulting in a quotient that may also have a 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, and then divide as usual.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

CCSS.6.NS.B.2

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What is the first step in solving a word problem involving division with decimals?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the numbers involved.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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If Anthony saves $96.20 over 13 weeks, how much does he save each week?

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$7.40

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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How do you find the amount paid per month for a subscription?

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Divide the total cost of the subscription by the number of months.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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If Ms. Sikes paid $95.40 for a magazine subscription for 12 months, how much did she pay each month?

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$7.95

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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What is the formula to find the amount in each bowl when dividing a total amount?

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Total amount ÷ Number of bowls = Amount in each bowl.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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If Ms. Jaffey has 428.5 ounces of pretzels for 5 bowls, how many ounces does she put in each bowl?

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85.7 ounces

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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How do you calculate the daily mileage from total miles driven over several days?

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Total miles ÷ Number of days = Miles driven each day.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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If Mr. Adams drove 151.2 miles over 24 days, how many miles did he drive each day?

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6.3 miles

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