In this Grade 6 lesson from Big Ideas Math Advanced 1, students learn how to divide decimals by both whole numbers and other decimals, including the technique of multiplying the divisor and dividend by a power of 10 to convert decimal division into whole number division. The lesson begins with hands-on base ten block models to build conceptual understanding before introducing the standard algorithm for placing the decimal point in the quotient. It aligns with Common Core standard 6.NS.3 and is part of Chapter 2: Fractions and Decimals.
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Dividing Decimals by Converting to Whole Numbers
If we multiply both numbers by the same number, the result of the division is the same. So, we can multiply both numbers by 10 as many times as we need to to make the divisor a whole number.
Then we proceed as with whole number division.
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Section 1
Dividing Decimals by Converting to Whole Numbers
If we multiply both numbers by the same number, the result of the division is the same. So, we can multiply both numbers by 10 as many times as we need to to make the divisor a whole number.
Then we proceed as with whole number division.
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