Dividing Decimals: Key Concepts and Techniques

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

• Move the decimal point in the divisor to the right.

• Move the decimal point in the dividend to the right.

• Move the decimal point in the divisor to the left.

• Move the decimal point in the dividend to the left.

How many decimal places should you move the decimal point in the dividend if you move it one place in the divisor?

• Four places

• Three places

• Two places

• One place

After moving the decimal points, what should you do next?

• Add the numbers

• Multiply the numbers

• Subtract the numbers

• Bring the decimal point straight up

What is the result of 3.48 divided by 0.4?

• 8.7

• 5.8

• 7.8

• 6.9

How can you verify the result of a division problem?

• By adding the numbers

• By dividing the result by the divisor

• By subtracting the numbers

• By multiplying the result with the divisor

If the divisor has two decimal places, how many places should you move the decimal in the dividend?

• Three places

• Four places

• Two places

• One place

What should you do if there are not enough digits in the dividend when moving the decimal point?

• Add zeros as placeholders

• Move the decimal point back

• Ignore the extra places

• Round the number

How many 25s are there in 200?

• 6

• 9

• 8

• 7

What is the result of 2.7 divided by 0.25?

• 9.8

• 11.8

• 12.8

• 10.8

What is the final step in dividing a decimal by a decimal?

• Add the numbers

• Subtract the numbers

• Verify the result

• Move the decimal point