Dividing Decimals Process

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, represented with a dot (.) to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

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How do you divide decimals?

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To divide decimals, move the decimal point in the divisor (the number you are dividing by) to the right until it becomes a whole number, and move the decimal point in the dividend (the number being divided) the same number of places.

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What happens to the decimal point when dividing by a whole number?

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The decimal point in the dividend remains in the same position; you only adjust the divisor.

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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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If you move the decimal point in the divisor 2 places to the right, what do you do to the dividend?

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You also move the decimal point in the dividend 2 places to the right.

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What is the result of 240 ÷ 25.1 after moving the decimal?

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The result becomes 240 ÷ 251.

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When dividing decimals, what do you add to the dividend if needed?

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You may need to add a zero to the right of the decimal in the dividend to continue the division.

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How do you determine how many times to move the decimal point?

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Count the number of places you move the decimal in the divisor and apply the same count to the dividend.

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What does it mean if a number is a whole number in division?

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If a number is a whole number, you do not need to move the decimal point in that number.

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What is the importance of aligning decimal points in division?

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Aligning decimal points ensures that you are dividing correctly and helps in keeping track of the decimal places.