Dividing Decimals by Whole Numbers

Front

What is the result of dividing a decimal by a whole number?

Back

When you divide a decimal by a whole number, you shift the decimal point to the left based on the number of digits in the divisor.

Front

0.32 ÷ 4 = ?

Back

0.08

Front

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

Back

Align the decimal point in the dividend and perform the division as if they were whole numbers.

Front

45.6 ÷ 3 = ?

Back

15.2

Front

What happens to the decimal point in the quotient when dividing decimals?

Back

The decimal point in the quotient is placed directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

Front

2.1 ÷ 7 = ?

Back

0.3

Front

What is the rule for placing the decimal point in the answer?

Back

The decimal point in the answer is placed in line with the decimal point of the number being divided.

Front

25.2 ÷ 4 = ?

Back

6.3

Front

What is the importance of estimating before dividing decimals?

Back

Estimating helps to check if the final answer is reasonable.

Front

3.6 ÷ 6 = ?

Back

0.6