Math6-8
Dividing Decimals by Whole Numbers Practice
By Lynsie E.
A homework worksheet for 6th graders with two sections: dividing multi-digit decimals by multi-digit whole numbers, followed by dividing multi-digit decimals by multi-digit decimals. It builds long-division fluency and decimal-point placement, and opens with a worked example showing each step of the process.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Assign as homework after a lesson introducing decimal long division, or use Part 1 as a warm-up before moving on to decimal divisors.
- Discussion question: Why do we move the decimal point in the quotient directly above the dividend's decimal point, and how does that keep the place values aligned?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Have them work through the worked example aloud, then complete the first two problems in Part 1 with you before working independently.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to create their own decimal-by-decimal problem and verify the answer by multiplying the quotient by the divisor.
- Estimated time: About 30 to 40 minutes for the full worksheet, with Part 1 taking roughly 15 minutes.
Math6-8
Dividing Decimals by Whole Numbers Practice
By Lynsie E.
A homework worksheet for 6th graders with two sections: dividing multi-digit decimals by multi-digit whole numbers, followed by dividing multi-digit decimals by multi-digit decimals. It builds long-division fluency and decimal-point placement, and opens with a worked example showing each step of the process.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Assign as homework after a lesson introducing decimal long division, or use Part 1 as a warm-up before moving on to decimal divisors.
- Discussion question: Why do we move the decimal point in the quotient directly above the dividend's decimal point, and how does that keep the place values aligned?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Have them work through the worked example aloud, then complete the first two problems in Part 1 with you before working independently.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to create their own decimal-by-decimal problem and verify the answer by multiplying the quotient by the divisor.
- Estimated time: About 30 to 40 minutes for the full worksheet, with Part 1 taking roughly 15 minutes.