Theory
How do you divide a decimal number by 10, 100 or 1000?
Dividing by 10, 100 or 1000 makes a decimal number smaller.
When dividing by 10, the decimal point moves one place to the left. When dividing by 100, it moves two places, and when dividing by 1000, three places.
If you do not have enough places, add zeros.
- Move the decimal point to the leftWhen dividing by 10, 100 or 1000, the decimal point moves to the left.
Dividing means sharing an amount fairly or seeing how many equal groups fit into it.
The first number is the total amount. The second number tells you what you divide by.
Always check whether the division works out exactly. If it does not, you get a decimal number or fraction as the answer.
Calculate 34,7 ÷ 10.
- Move the decimal point to the left34,7 ÷ 10 = 3,47.