Dividing Decimals Word Problems

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that includes a decimal point, which separates the whole number part from the fractional part.

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How do you divide 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 number being divided) to the right as many places as needed to make it a whole number, then divide as usual.

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What is the cost per item when given a total cost and quantity?

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To find the cost per item, divide the total cost by the number of items.

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If a bag of oranges costs $7.65 and is shared by 5 friends, how do you find out how much each friend pays?

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Divide the total cost of the bag ($7.65) by the number of friends (5) to find out how much each pays.

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What is the formula to find the cost of one item from a total cost?

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Cost of one item = Total cost ÷ Number of items.

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How do you estimate the result of dividing a decimal?

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Round the decimal to a simpler number before dividing to make estimation easier.

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What does it mean to share costs equally?

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Sharing costs equally means dividing the total amount by the number of people sharing the cost.

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If 12 friends pay $83.40 for admission, how do you calculate how much each pays?

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Divide the total amount ($83.40) by the number of friends (12) to find the cost per person.

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What is the process of cutting a length of wire into equal pieces?

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To cut a length of wire into equal pieces, divide the total length by the number of pieces desired.

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How do you find the price of one rose if a dozen costs $29.88?

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Divide the total cost ($29.88) by 12 to find the cost of one rose.