Divide Decimals by Whole Numbers

When you multiply or divide decimals are treated like whole numbers. The only difference is in the existence of the decimal point.

Divide 3.96 by 3

STEP 1: Divide as you would with whole numbers. STEP 2: Count the number of decimal places in the dividend.

STEP 3: 3.96 has two decimal places.

Read the explanation below to learn more about dividing decimals by whole numbers.

Divide Decimals by Whole Numbers