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Divide by the powers of 10. $$-11.033 \div 10$$

   Divide by the powers of 10.
$$-11.033 \div 10$$

Prealgebra

Julie Miller, Molly… 1st Edition

Chapter 5, Problem 56

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07/30/2020

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Key Concepts

Division by Powers of 10

Dividing by powers of 10 simplifies the operation by allowing you to shift the decimal point instead of performing long division. When a number is divided by 10, 100, 1000, etc., you move the decimal point to the left by as many zeros as there are in the divisor.

Decimal Place Value

This concept involves recognizing the value of each digit in a decimal number based on its position relative to the decimal point. Shifting the decimal point during division by powers of 10 directly affects the place value of each digit, simplifying calculations.

Operations with Negative Numbers

When performing arithmetic operations that involve negative numbers, such as division, the sign of the number must be handled according to specific rules. Dividing a negative number by a positive number results in a negative quotient, while maintaining the proper adjustments in the decimal places.

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