1-4 Dividing Decimals There are three ways to write a division problem. divisor dividend divisor dividend ÷ divisor There are two parts to today's lesson. Divisor is a whole number Divisor is a decimal
A. Divisor is a whole number Steps: Raise the decimal point above the bar Divide normally Ex Ex ) ) ÷ ÷
B. Divisor is a decimal Steps: Move the decimal pt. to the right until the divisor becomes a whole # Move the decimal pt. in the dividend the same # of places Raise the decimal point and divide normally 1.) ) ÷
3.) ) 85 3 ÷ Demonstrate Understanding: Find the quotient. 1.) ÷ 2.)