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Long division with decimals 2017-06-16
From Kenneth:
Hello:

Why is it recommended to move the decimal from a divisor when dividing so that the divisor is a whole number? I know how to divide by moving the decimal from the divisor, but I cannot explain the reason.

I thank you for your reply.

Answered by Penny Nom.
 
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