5.3F Represent Decimal Division

Marta has 7.2 ounces of raisins as shown by the shaded model. Each square represents one ounce. She divides the raisins equally into 3 bags. Which equation can Marta use to determine the weight, in ounces, of each bag of raisins?

• 7.2 ÷ 3 = 2.4

• 0.72 ÷ 3 = 0.24

• 7.2 ÷ 3 = 2.04

• 7.2 ÷ 3 = 2.12

The shaded model represents a division equation. Each large square represents 1 whole. Which equation is correct?

• 2.7 ÷ 3 = 0.09

• 2.7 ÷ 3 = 0.9

• 0.27 ÷ 3 = 0.09

• 0.27 ÷ 3 = 0.9

Aracely solves a division problem with the model. Which equation matches Aracely’s model?

• 8.24 ÷ 0.4 = 2.6

• 10.4 ÷ 4 = 2.6

• 8.24 ÷ 4 = 2.06

• 2.06 ÷ 4 = 1

Three sisters earned $6.39 at their lemonade stand. They want to share their earnings equally. What amount will each sister receive? Write an equation that shows your solution.

The length of a strip of paper is 8.4 inches. Dara cuts the strip into 6 pieces that have the same length. How many inches long is each piece?

• 1.4 inches

• 1.2 inches

• 1.6 inches

• 1.8 inches

Elias has 7.2 cups of applesauce, represented by the model. He places all the applesauce equally into 4 small jars. How many cups of applesauce does Elias place in each jar? Write an equation to show the problem and solution.

• 1.8 cups

• 2.0 cups

• 1.5 cups

• 2.2 cups