Dividing Decimals

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What is dividing decimals?

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Dividing decimals is the process of dividing numbers that have decimal points, which involves understanding place value and how to manipulate the decimal point in the quotient.

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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, you 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 result of 2.4 ÷ 0.4?

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6

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What is the result of 1.8 ÷ 0.2?

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9

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What is the result of 1.8 ÷ 0.6?

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3

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What is the result of 4.8 ÷ 0.6?

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8

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What is the result of 2.8 ÷ 0.4?

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7

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How do you move the decimal point when dividing by a decimal?

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To divide by a decimal, 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.

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What is the importance of place value in dividing decimals?

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Place value helps determine the position of the decimal point in the quotient and ensures accurate division.

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What is a common mistake when dividing decimals?

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A common mistake is not moving the decimal point in both the divisor and dividend the same number of places, leading to incorrect answers.