Dividing decimals involves a few straightforward steps. First, adjust the divisor (the number you're dividing by) to eliminate any decimal points by multiplying both the divisor and the dividend (the number being divided) by 10, 100, or another power of ten as needed. Next, perform the division as you would with whole numbers. Finally, place the decimal point in the quotient directly above where it falls in the dividend, then simplify the result if necessary.
Explain the steps for dividing decimals. Write three or four sentences.
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