Mastering Long Division with Decimals

The video tutorial explains how to divide 2.211 by 6.7 by first converting the division into a problem with whole numbers. The instructor multiplies both numbers by 10 to eliminate the decimal, rewriting the problem as 22.11 divided by 67. The video then demonstrates the long division process, emphasizing the importance of neatness and place value. The calculation is completed with a result of 0.33, and the instructor concludes the tutorial by verifying the solution.

Why does the narrator prefer not to divide by a decimal?

• It makes the calculation easier.

• It is a rule in mathematics.

• It avoids errors in the result.

• It is faster to calculate.

What is the first step taken to avoid dividing by a decimal?

• Dividing by 2.

• Subtracting the decimal.

• Multiplying by 10.

• Adding a zero.

After moving the decimal point, what is the new division problem?

• 22.11 divided by 67

• 2.211 divided by 67

• 22.11 divided by 6.7

• 2.211 divided by 6.7

Why is it important to keep track of the decimal point in long division?

• To ensure the result is accurate.

• To make the process faster.

• To avoid confusion.

• To follow mathematical rules.

Why is it important to write numbers neatly in columns during long division?

• To avoid losing track of place value.

• To make the process faster.

• To follow mathematical rules.

• To make it look good.

What is the first number that 67 goes into during the long division?

• 2

• 22

• 201

• 221

How many times does 67 go into 221?

• 2 times

• 5 times

• 3 times

• 4 times

What is the remainder when 221 is divided by 67?

• 20

• 21

• 22

• 23

What is the next step after finding the remainder of 20?

• Add a zero.

• Subtract the remainder.

• Multiply by 10.

• Bring down the next digit.

What is the final quotient of 22.11 divided by 67?

• 0.3

• 0.3333

• 0.333

• 0.33