Divide Decimals by Whole Numbers

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What is the process of dividing a decimal by a whole number?

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To divide a decimal by a whole number, move the decimal point in the dividend (the decimal number) to the right until it becomes a whole number. Then, divide as you would with whole numbers, placing the decimal point in the quotient directly above where it appears in the dividend.

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How do you convert a decimal division problem into a fraction?

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To convert a decimal division problem into a fraction, express the decimal as a fraction (e.g., 2.8 becomes 28/10) and then divide by the whole number (e.g., 4 becomes 4/1). This can be simplified to find the answer.

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What is the result of 2.8 ÷ 4?

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0.7

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What is the result of 59.2 ÷ 8?

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7.4

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What is the result of 86.4 ÷ 36?

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2.4

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How do you divide a decimal by a decimal?

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To divide a decimal by a decimal, first convert the divisor (the number you are dividing by) into a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right. Move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right, then divide as usual.

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What is the result of 16.8 ÷ 0.01?

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1680

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How do you share costs equally among a group?

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To share costs equally among a group, divide the total cost by the number of people sharing the cost.

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If 12 friends pay $83.40 for admission, how much does each person pay?

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Each person pays $6.95.

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What is the importance of understanding decimal division in real-life applications?

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Understanding decimal division is important in real-life applications such as budgeting, sharing costs, and calculating rates, as it helps in making accurate financial decisions.