Dividing Decimals: Key Concepts and Techniques

This video tutorial by Mr. J explains how to divide a decimal by another decimal using two examples. The first example demonstrates dividing 5.76 by 0.3, while the second example covers dividing 86.4 by 0.12. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of converting the divisor into a whole number by multiplying by a power of 10 and applying the same operation to the dividend. The video concludes with a summary of the key steps and concepts involved in decimal division.

What is the first step in dividing a decimal by a decimal?

• Set up the problem neatly

• Multiply the divisor by a power of 10

• Divide, multiply, subtract, bring down, and repeat

• Bring the decimal straight up

What must the divisor be turned into before starting the division process?

• A multiple of 10

• A fraction

• A whole number

• A decimal

How many times do you need to multiply the divisor by 10 in the first example?

• Twice

• Four times

• Once

• Three times

What is the final answer for the first example?

• 3.0

• 19.2

• 57.6

• 5.76

In the second example, how many times is the divisor multiplied by 10 to make it a whole number?

• Twice

• Once

• Four times

• Three times

What is the final answer for the second example?

• 86.4

• 864

• 720

• 12

What do you need to do to the dividend if you multiply the divisor by a power of 10?

• Subtract the power of 10

• Multiply it by the same power of 10

• Divide it by the same power of 10

• Leave it unchanged

What is the purpose of moving the decimal in both the divisor and dividend?

• To simplify the problem

• To make the divisor a whole number

• To increase the value of the dividend

• To decrease the value of the divisor

What is the correct sequence of steps in the division process?

• Bring down, divide, multiply, subtract, repeat

• Multiply, divide, subtract, bring down, repeat

• Divide, multiply, subtract, bring down, repeat

• Subtract, divide, multiply, bring down, repeat

Why is it important to ensure the divisor is a whole number before starting the division?

• To avoid decimals in the quotient

• To simplify the calculation process

• Because division by decimals is not possible

• To make the dividend a whole number