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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 number being divided) to the right until it becomes a whole number. Then, divide as you would with whole numbers and place the decimal point in the quotient (the result) directly above where it is in the dividend.

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What is 78.04 ÷ 8?

Back

9.755

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What is 2.8 ÷ 4?

Back

0.7

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What is 4.8 ÷ 8?

Back

0.6

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What is 46.8 ÷ 39?

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1.2

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What is 86.4 ÷ 3?

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28.8

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How do you place the decimal point in the quotient when dividing decimals?

Back

The decimal point in the quotient is placed directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

Front

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

Back

The first step is to identify the decimal number (dividend) and the whole number (divisor) you are dividing by.

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If you divide 0.6 by 3, what is the result?

Back

0.2

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What is the importance of estimating before dividing decimals?

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Estimating helps to check if the final answer is reasonable and can guide you in the division process.