Dividing Decimals with Whole Numbers

This video tutorial explains how to divide decimals by whole numbers through a series of examples. It covers the importance of placing the decimal correctly in the quotient and demonstrates the division process step-by-step. The tutorial includes checking the results using multiplication and addresses how to handle cases where the dividend stops in the tenths place, emphasizing that decimals represent remainders.

What is the first step when dividing decimals by whole numbers?

• Subtract the numbers

• Multiply the numbers

• Place the decimal directly above in the quotient

• Divide as usual

Why is it important to place the decimal correctly in the quotient?

• To avoid multiplication

• To simplify subtraction

• To ensure the quotient is correct

• To make the division easier

In the example of 2.1 ÷ 7, what is the quotient?

• 3

• 0.3

• 0.21

• 0.03

How do you verify the result of a division problem?

• By adding the numbers

• By multiplying the quotient by the divisor

• By subtracting the quotient from the dividend

• By dividing again

What is the quotient of 8.4 ÷ 4?

• 1.2

• 4.2

• 0.21

• 2.1

In the example of 8.4 ÷ 4, what is the first step after placing the decimal?

• Bring down the next digit

• Divide 4 into 8

• Subtract the numbers

• Multiply the numbers

When dividing decimals, what should you do if the division continues beyond the tenths place?

• Round off the decimal

• Continue the division process

• Stop and write a remainder

• Convert the decimal to a fraction

Why can't you mix decimals and fractions in the quotient?

• It makes the calculation easier

• Decimals are essentially the remainder

• It simplifies the division

• It is a standard rule

In the final example, what do you do when you have repeating zeros?

• Convert to a fraction

• Continue the division process

• Write a remainder

• Stop the division

What is the final quotient in the example where 5 goes into 7?

• 1.24

• 1.48

• 1.8

• 1.4