This tutorial will explain how to divide decimals.
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Steps for Dividing Decimals
- The divisor (the number outside of division box) can NOT be a decimal.
- Move the decimal point so it is a whole number.
- Move the decimal point the same amount of places in the dividend (number inside the division box).
- Place a decimal point straight up where you write your answer, rewrite problem.
- Divide like the numbers are whole numbers.
Example of Dividing Decimals
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