Divide decimals
- Scale both numbers by the same power of 10.
- Divide whole numbers.
- Check with multiplication.
Answer: 3.6 ÷ 0.9 = 36 ÷ 9 = 4
🔢 Number
Decimal division
Learn decimal division with a GCSE-style explanation, help guide, worked example, practice question and flashcards.
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1. Explanation
Key idea
- Decimal division is part of decimals and appears often in KS3–GCSE maths.
- Make the divisor a whole number before dividing decimals.
- Use the worked model, help guide, interactive question and flashcards to practise decimal division until the steps feel automatic.
Real-life examples
- Shopping, sport, travel, science, design and everyday decisions all use this skill.
2. Visual
Decimal division learning map
Understand the key idea → follow the help guide → practise a question → check your method → build speed with flashcards.
3. Help guide
How to tackle Decimal division
- Learn the rule: Make the divisor a whole number before dividing decimals.
- Worked model: Scale both numbers by the same power of 10. Divide whole numbers. Check with multiplication.
- Try the interactive question without looking at the answer first.
- Use the flashcards to test the rule, the method and a common check.
4. Worked examples
Step-by-step working
5. Interactive questions
Try it yourself
Calculate 4.8 ÷ 0.6.
6. Flashcards
Master quick recall
Flip each card, then choose whether you know it or need more practice.
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FrontRule for Decimal division
BackMake the divisor a whole number before dividing decimals.
FrontExample answer: Calculate 4.8 ÷ 0.6.
Back4.8 ÷ 0.6 = 48 ÷ 6 = 8.
FrontCommon check for Decimal division
BackCheck units/notation, compare with an estimate, and make sure the answer matches the question.
7. Finish
Complete this topic
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