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To solve the division problem , we'll follow these steps:
Both and are decimal numbers. In order to make the division easier, multiply both numbers by 100 to remove the decimals:
Converting the problem, we now have .
Now divide by :
Therefore, the solution to the problem is .
Solve the following exercise:
Multiplying both the dividend and divisor by the same number keeps the ratio unchanged! It's like having and - both equal 3.
Count the maximum decimal places in either number. Since 0.36 and 0.06 both have 2 decimal places, multiply by .
Not directly! You must first convert properly by multiplying both numbers by the same power of 10. Then yes, you can divide the whole numbers.
Use the number with more decimal places to determine the power of 10. For example, if dividing 0.456 by 0.02, multiply both by 1000.
Multiply your answer by the original divisor: . If you get the original dividend, you're correct!
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