Dividing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form. It uses a decimal 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 is the first step in dividing decimals?

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The first step is to align the decimal point in the dividend and the divisor, if the divisor is a decimal.

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How do you estimate the result of dividing decimals?

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Round the decimals to the nearest whole number and then divide those whole numbers to get an estimated result.

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What is the quotient in division?

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The quotient is the result of dividing one number by another.

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If you divide $96.85 by 13, what is the approximate cost of one ticket?

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Approximately $10.

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What is the cost of one box if $91.00 is divided by 14?

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$6.50.

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How do you share a cost among friends using division?

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

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If 240 paint brushes are divided into 6 bins, how many brushes are in each bin?

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40 brushes.

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What is the cost per touchdown if Davis earned $36.12 for 7 touchdowns?

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$5.16 per touchdown.