Dividing Decimals

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What is the cost of one rose if a dozen roses cost $29.88?

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$2.49

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What is the cost of 1 box of candles if 14 boxes were sold for $91.00?

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$6.50

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What should you multiply the dividend and divisor by before dividing 1.47 ÷ 3.5?

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10

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What is 92.37 ÷ 0.5?

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184.74

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What is 0.732 ÷ 0.06?

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12.2

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Define 'dividend' in division.

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The number that is being divided.

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Define 'divisor' in division.

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The number by which the dividend is divided.

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

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The decimal remains, and the result is a smaller decimal.

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How do you convert a division problem with decimals into a simpler form?

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Multiply both the dividend and divisor by the same power of 10.

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What is the first step in dividing decimals?

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Align the numbers to the right of the decimal point.