Dividing Decimals with Whole Numbers

What is the first step when dividing a decimal by a whole number?

• Bring the decimal point up immediately

• Ignore the decimal point until the end

• Add zeros to the decimal

• Multiply the numbers first

Why is the placement of numbers important when dividing decimals?

• To avoid adding zeros

• To simplify the multiplication

• To ensure the decimal point is in the correct place

• To make the division easier

In the example where 6 goes into 32, what is the quotient?

• 6

• 7

• 4

• 5

What should you do if there is a remainder when dividing decimals?

• Ignore the remainder

• Subtract the remainder from the quotient

• Add a zero and continue dividing

• Round up the quotient

When adding zeros to a number after the decimal point, what happens to the value of the number?

• It decreases

• It remains the same

• It increases

• It becomes zero

In the second example, how many times does 5 go into 36?

• 8 times

• 9 times

• 7 times

• 6 times

What should you do if there is no decimal in a whole number?

• Assume the decimal is at the end

• Add a zero after the number

• Ignore the decimal

• Add a zero before the number

What is the correct quotient when dividing 8 by 5?

• 1.2

• 1.8

• 1.6

• 1.4

Why is it important to check your work after solving a problem?

• To finish the homework quickly

• To make the teacher happy

• To avoid using a calculator

• To ensure you didn't make any mistakes

What should you do if you get a problem wrong?

• Guess the answer

• Check the process and find the mistake

• Ask a friend for the answer

• Ignore it and move on