Dividing Decimals

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals involves splitting a decimal number into equal parts. It is similar to dividing whole numbers but requires careful placement of the decimal point in the answer.

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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, simply divide as you would with whole numbers, and place the decimal point in the quotient directly above where it is in the dividend.

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What is the first step in dividing decimals?

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The first step is to make the divisor (the number you are dividing by) a whole number by moving the decimal point to the right. You must do the same with the dividend (the number being divided).

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Calculate: 7.8 ÷ 0.03

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260

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Calculate: 1.44 ÷ 0.4

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3.6

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Calculate: 0.15 ÷ 0.3

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0.5

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Calculate: 36.8 ÷ 2

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18.4

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Calculate: 25.2 ÷ 4

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6.3

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What is the rule for placing the decimal point in the quotient?

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

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What happens if the divisor is a decimal?

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If the divisor is a decimal, move the decimal point to the right until it becomes a whole number, and do the same with the dividend.