Dividing Decimals

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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 decimal point. For example, 0.5 is a decimal that represents 5/10.

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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, move the decimal point in the dividend (the number being divided) to the right until it becomes a whole number. Then divide as usual and place the decimal point in the quotient (the result) directly above where it was in the dividend.

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What is the process of dividing decimals?

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1. Align the numbers. 2. If necessary, move the decimal point in the divisor (the number you are dividing by) to the right to make it a whole number. 3. Move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places to the right. 4. Divide as you would with whole numbers.

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What is the value of 1.5 divided by 0.5?

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3

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator (top number) by the denominator (bottom number). For example, 1/4 = 1 ÷ 4 = 0.25.

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What is the result of 10.5 divided by 3?

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3.5

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What is the cost of one item if 5 items cost $12.50?

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$2.50

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How do you round a decimal to the nearest hundredth?

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To round a decimal to the nearest hundredth, look at the third decimal place. If it is 5 or greater, round up the second decimal place by one. If it is less than 5, keep the second decimal place the same.

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What is 7.2 divided by 2.4?

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3

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If a pizza costs $15.75 and is shared among 3 people, how much does each person pay?

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$5.25