Dividing Decimals Word Problems

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing fractions using a point (.) to separate 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 does it mean to find the cost per item?

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Finding the cost per item means dividing the total cost by the number of items to determine how much each item costs.

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How do you estimate the result of dividing decimals?

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To estimate the result of dividing decimals, round the decimals to the nearest whole number and then divide.

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What is the formula for finding the price of one item?

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Price of one item = Total cost ÷ Number of items.

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If a total of $91.00 is earned from selling 14 boxes, how do you find the price of one box?

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Divide $91.00 by 14 to find the price of one box.

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What is the process to solve a word problem involving division of decimals?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the total amount and the number of items. 3. Use the division formula to find the answer.

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How do you interpret the answer in a word problem?

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Interpreting the answer means understanding what the result represents in the context of the problem.

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What is the importance of units in division problems?

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Units help to clarify what is being divided and ensure the answer is meaningful (e.g., dollars per item, inches per piece).

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How can you check your answer after dividing decimals?

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You can check your answer by multiplying the result by the divisor to see if you get back to the original total.