Dividing Decimals by 2-Digit Whole Numbers

Why is it important to understand decimal division in mathematics?

• Only useful in advanced mathematics.

• It is rarely used in real life.

• It is only necessary for mathematicians.

• It is frequently used in various real-life applications.

What is the first step in dividing a decimal by a two-digit number?

• Subtract the numbers.

• Estimate the result.

• Multiply the numbers.

• Set up the division problem correctly.

In the division of 65.87 by 25, where should the decimal point be placed in the quotient?

• Directly above the decimal in the dividend.

• No decimal is used.

• At the end of the number.

• After the first digit.

What is the result of 65 divided by 25?

• 3

• 0.5

• 2

• 2.5

How do you handle a remainder in decimal division?

• Ignore the remainder.

• Stop the division process.

• Use placeholder zeros to continue the division.

• Round up the final result.

What is the final quotient of 65.87 divided by 25?

• 2.6348

• 2.65

• 2.638

• 2.63

When dividing 359.1 by 63, what is the first step?

• Multiply 359 by 63.

• Subtract 63 from 359.

• Set up the division problem correctly.

• Estimate the quotient.

What method is used to estimate divisions in complex problems?

• Multiplying the divisor by simple numbers like 5 or 10.

• Guessing the closest number.

• Using a calculator.

• Adding the divisor repeatedly.

What is the quotient of 359.1 divided by 63?

• 5.5

• 6.1

• 5.9

• 5.7

How is the decimal placed in the quotient when the divisor is a whole number?

• It is omitted.

• It is aligned with the decimal in the dividend.

• It is placed at the end.

• It is placed at the beginning.