Dividing Decimals

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals involves splitting a decimal number into equal parts. It is similar to dividing whole numbers but requires attention to the decimal point.

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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 until it becomes a whole number, and then divide as usual.

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What is the result of 5.6 ÷ 0.02?

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280

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How do you divide a decimal by another decimal?

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To divide a decimal by another decimal, first convert the divisor (the number you are dividing by) into a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right. Move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right, then divide.

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What is 48.6 ÷ 18?

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2.7 pounds (used for each loaf of bread).

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How do you find the amount each person gets when splitting money?

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To find the amount each person gets, divide the total amount of money by the number of people.

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What is the result of $80.20 ÷ 5?

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$16.04 (each person gets).

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How do you determine the number of items in a pack when given the total cost and cost per item?

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To find the number of items, divide the total cost by the cost per item.

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What is the result of $2.75 ÷ $0.25?

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11 cards (in the pack of baseball cards).

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What is 92.37 ÷ 0.5?

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184.74