Dividing Decimals

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals is the process of dividing numbers that have decimal points, which involves understanding place value and how to move the decimal point in the quotient.

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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, align the decimal point in the dividend and perform the division as you would with whole numbers.

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What is the result of 28.24 ÷ 4?

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7.06

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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 to a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right, then move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places and divide.

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What is 0.48 ÷ 0.4?

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1.2

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What is the result of 0.15 ÷ 0.3?

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0.5

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What is 36.8 ÷ 2?

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18.4

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What is the result of 36.8 ÷ 0.2?

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184

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What does it mean to move the decimal point in division?

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Moving the decimal point in division helps to simplify the calculation, especially when dividing by decimals.

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What is the importance of place value in dividing decimals?

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Place value is crucial in dividing decimals as it determines the position of the decimal point in the quotient.