Dividing Decimals

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What is the process of dividing decimals?

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To divide decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point, convert the divisor to a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right, and then move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places. Finally, perform the division as with whole numbers.

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How do you convert a decimal division problem into a whole number division problem?

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To convert a decimal division problem into a whole number division problem, move the decimal point in the divisor to the right until it becomes a whole number, and move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right.

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What is 7.8 ÷ 0.03?

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260

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What is 1.44 ÷ 0.4?

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3.6

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What is 28.24 ÷ 4?

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7.06

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What is 0.15 ÷ 0.3?

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0.5

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What is 3.69 ÷ 3?

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1.23

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What is the importance of placing the decimal point correctly in division?

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Placing the decimal point correctly is crucial because it ensures the accuracy of the quotient. An incorrect placement can lead to significant errors in the final answer.

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What is the rule for dividing a decimal by a whole number?

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When dividing a decimal by a whole number, simply divide as you would with whole numbers, and place the decimal point in the quotient directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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How do you handle division when the divisor is a decimal?

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When the divisor is a decimal, convert it to a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right, and move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right before performing the division.