Dividing Decimals by Whole Numbers

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What is dividing a decimal by a whole number?

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Dividing a decimal by a whole number involves finding out how many times the whole number can fit into the decimal number.

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How do you set up a division problem with a decimal?

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Align the decimal point in the dividend (the number being divided) directly above the decimal point in the quotient (the answer).

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What is the first step in dividing decimals by whole numbers?

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The first step is to ignore the decimal point in the dividend and divide as if it were a whole number.

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58.72 ÷ 8 = ?

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7.34

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28.24 ÷ 4 = ?

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7.06

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.78 ÷ 3 = ?

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.26

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35.6 ÷ 4 = ?

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8.9

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905.38 ÷ 7 = ?

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129.34

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What do you do after dividing the whole numbers in a decimal division?

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After dividing, place the decimal point in the quotient directly above where it appears in the dividend.

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Why is it important to line up decimal points in division?

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Lining up decimal points ensures that the value of the quotient is accurate and reflects the correct place value.