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To solve the problem , we will eliminate the decimals by converting the numbers into whole numbers and performing the division.
The calculation confirms that our approach is correct, ensuring accuracy both in removing decimals and dividing.
Therefore, the solution to is .
Solve the following exercise:
Multiplying both the dividend (1.6) and divisor (0.2) by the same number keeps the answer unchanged! Think of it like - the ratio stays the same.
Find the number with more decimal places and multiply both numbers by that power of 10. For example, if you have 1.25 ÷ 0.5, multiply both by 100 to get 125 ÷ 50.
Yes! Moving the decimal point right is the same as multiplying by 10. Just make sure you move the decimal point the same number of places in both numbers.
Count the decimal places in both numbers. In , both have 1 decimal place, so multiply by 10¹ = 10. If one had 2 places, you'd multiply by 100.
That's totally normal! Some divisions naturally result in decimals. Just make sure you've simplified correctly and check your work by multiplying back.
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