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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Calculate 1.08 ÷ 4.

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0.27

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What is the cost of 1.4 pounds of steak at $4.50 per pound?

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$6.30

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If one pound of strawberries costs $4.26, how much do 5 pounds cost?

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$21.30

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Calculate 0.6 ÷ 5.

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0.12

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How do you share a total cost among friends?

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To share a total cost, divide the total amount by the number of friends.

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Calculate the cost per person if 12 friends pay $83.40 for admission.

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$6.95

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What is the first step in dividing decimals?

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The first step is to determine how many decimal places you need to move to make the divisor a whole number.

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What does it mean to round a decimal?

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Rounding a decimal means adjusting the number to a nearby value that is simpler or easier to work with, often to a certain number of decimal places.