Dividing Decimals and Word Problems

This video tutorial covers dividing decimals by decimals, using long division and exploring equivalent quotients. It includes activities to solve division problems like 3 divided by 0.12 and 1.8 divided by 0.004 using various methods. Diego's strategy for moving decimal points is discussed, followed by different methods to calculate quotients of decimals. The session concludes with homework problems for practice.

What is the result of dividing 5.04 by 7 using long division?

• 5.04

• 0.504

• 7.72

• 0.72

If you multiply both 5.04 and 7 by 10, what is the new division problem?

• 504 divided by 700

• 5.04 divided by 70

• 50.4 divided by 70

• 50.4 divided by 7

Which method can be used to solve 3 divided by 0.12?

• Multiply by 100

• Use a calculator

• Estimate the result

• Add 0.12 repeatedly

What is the result of dividing 1.8 by 0.004?

• 0.45

• 450

• 45

• 4.5

How does moving the decimal point in both the dividend and divisor affect the quotient?

• It halves the quotient

• It doubles the quotient

• It keeps the quotient the same

• It changes the quotient

What is the equivalent of 51.2 divided by 6.4 when both numbers are multiplied by 10?

• 512 divided by 6.4

• 5.12 divided by 0.64

• 51.2 divided by 64

• 512 divided by 64

What is the result of dividing 48.78 by 9 using long division?

• 5.42

• 4.87

• 4.42

• 5.78

What is the result of dividing 109.2 by 6 after moving the decimal point?

• 18.2

• 0.182

• 182

• 1.82

How many bracelets can be made from 170.1 cm of string if each bracelet requires 24.3 cm?

• 9

• 8

• 7

• 6

How many times does 2.5 grams fit into 5.1 kilograms?

• 2000

• 2500

• 1500

• 1000