Dividing Decimals by Decimals

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals involves splitting a decimal number into equal parts, similar to dividing whole numbers, but requires careful placement of the decimal point in the answer.

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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, simply divide as you would with whole numbers and place the decimal point in the quotient directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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What is the result of 14.28 ÷ 4.2?

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3.4

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How do you split $80.20 among 5 people?

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Divide $80.20 by 5 to find that each person gets $16.04.

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What is 0.48 ÷ 0.4?

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1.2

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When dividing 19.5 by 0.31, where do you move the decimal?

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Move the decimal right two places.

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What is 0.15 ÷ 3?

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0.05

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What is the first step in dividing decimals?

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Align the numbers by moving the decimal point in the divisor to the right until it is a whole number.

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Why is it important to move the decimal point when dividing decimals?

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Moving the decimal point helps to simplify the division process and ensures the correct placement of the decimal in the answer.

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

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