Dividing Decimals with Grids

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

• Subtract the numbers

• Add the numbers

• Multiply the numbers

• Estimate the result

How many groups of 0.2 are there in 1.6?

• 6

• 8

• 10

• 12

What is the result of dividing 1.6 by 0.2?

• 6

• 8

• 7

• 9

When dividing 1.8 by 3, how many groups of 0.3 are there?

• 6

• 5

• 7

• 4

What is the result of dividing 2.4 by 0.8?

• 3

• 5

• 2

• 4

What pattern can be observed when dividing a number by a decimal?

• The result is always a whole number

• The result is always a decimal

• The result can be either a whole number or a decimal

• The result is always greater than the original number

How many groups of 1.4 are there in 2.8?

• 3

• 4

• 1

• 2

What should you do if you end up with extra parts when dividing?

• Start over

• Check your counting

• Recalculate the groups

• Ignore the extra parts

What is the quotient when dividing 2.8 by 1.4?

• 3

• 4

• 1

• 2

How can you solve division problems without using a model?

• By understanding the pattern

• By asking for help

• By using a calculator

• By guessing