5.25 divided by 2
Understand the Problem
The question is asking us to perform a simple division operation where we need to divide 5.25 by 2.
Answer
$2.625$
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is $2.625$.
Steps to Solve
- Set up the division problem
We start by writing the division in the standard format: $$ 5.25 \div 2 $$
- Perform the division
To divide, we can think about how many times 2 fits into 5.25. First, we can divide 5 by 2, which equals 2 with a remainder of 1. Now we need to bring down the 2 in 5.25.
- Carry out the division of the decimals
When we bring down the 2, we have 12. Now divide 12 by 2: $$ 12 \div 2 = 6 $$
- Combine the results
Putting together our results from the division, we get: $$ 5.25 \div 2 = 2.625 $$
The final answer is $2.625$.
More Information
The division of a decimal number can be approached just like whole numbers, but we must pay attention to the decimal point in the result. In this case, $5.25$ divided by $2$ gives us $2.625$, which is a precise representation of the answer.
Tips
- Forgetting to place the decimal point correctly after the division can lead to an incorrect answer.
- Not treating the decimal in the same manner as whole numbers can also cause errors in calculations. Always ensure to align decimal places when performing this operation.
