Dividing Decimals and Long Division

This video tutorial explains how to divide decimals by whole numbers using two examples. The first example demonstrates dividing 14.68 by 4, while the second example covers dividing 648 hundred thousands by 3. Each example is broken down into clear, step-by-step instructions, including how to handle the decimal point and verify the results. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to like and subscribe for more content.

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

• Multiply the decimal by 10.

• Bring the decimal point straight up.

• Subtract the whole number from the decimal.

• Add the whole number to the decimal.

When dividing 14.68 by 4, what do you do after bringing the decimal point up?

• Subtract 4 from the decimal.

• Multiply by 4.

• Add 4 to the decimal.

• Treat it as a regular division.

How many times does 4 go into 14?

• 2 times

• 3 times

• 4 times

• 5 times

What is the result of 14.68 divided by 4?

• 3.67

• 3.76

• 4.67

• 4.76

How can you verify the result of a division problem?

• By multiplying the divisor by the quotient.

• By dividing the quotient by the divisor.

• By subtracting the divisor from the quotient.

• By adding the divisor to the quotient.

What is the first step in dividing 648 hundred thousandths by 3?

• Subtract 3 from 648.

• Bring the decimal point straight up.

• Add 3 to 648.

• Multiply 648 by 3.

How many times does 3 go into 6?

• 3 times

• 4 times

• 2 times

• 1 time

What is the result of 648 hundred thousandths divided by 3?

• 216 thousandths

• 216 tenths

• 216 hundred thousandths

• 216

How do you handle zeros in the dividend during division?

• Subtract them from the divisor.

• Multiply them by the divisor.

• Write a zero above each zero in the dividend.

• Ignore them completely.

What is the purpose of bringing down digits in long division?

• To check the result.

• To find the next number to divide.

• To increase the dividend.

• To simplify the division process.