Knowing how to divide whole numbers gives ample preparation for dividing decimals. Young mathematicians watch an educational video that reviews how to divide decimals. The method described is to use place value reasoning to rewrite the division problem with whole numbers and then apply the standard algorithm for dividing whole numbers.

Concepts

decimals, dividing decimals

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the worksheet as homework
  

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils must be able to divide multi-digit whole numbers
• While the resource is intended for those studying for the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE), it can be helpful to other learners
  

Pros

• Contains an answer key
  
• Provides additional textbook exercises as a separate worksheet

Cons

• None

Common Core

6.NS.B.3