Dividing Decimals by Decimals

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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. For example, 3.14 is a decimal.

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How do you divide decimals?

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To divide decimals, first, move the decimal point in the divisor (the number you are dividing by) to the right until it becomes a whole number. Then, move the decimal point in the dividend (the number being divided) the same number of places to the right. Finally, divide as you would with whole numbers and place the decimal point in the quotient.

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What is the result of 17.16 ÷ 0.33?

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52

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If you have $80.20 and split it among 5 people, how much does each person get?

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$16.04

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What is 19.32 ÷ 2.3?

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8.4

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How many 4.2 feet sections can you cut from a 33.6 feet long piece of wood?

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8 sections

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What is the first step in dividing decimals?

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The first step is to make the divisor a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right.

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What do you do to the dividend when you move the decimal in the divisor?

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You move the decimal in the dividend the same number of places to the right.

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What is the quotient of 14.28 ÷ 4.2?

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3.4

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Why is it important to align decimal points when dividing?

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Aligning decimal points ensures that the division is accurate and helps in placing the decimal point in the correct position in the quotient.