This math topic focuses on practicing the simplification of division problems involving whole numbers by applying the concept of equivalent division through the manipulation of powers of ten. Each problem requires adjusting both the dividend (top number) and the divisor (bottom number) by multiplying or dividing them by powers of ten, such as 10, 100, or 1000. The goal is to simplify the original division expression to an equivalent form that is easier to understand and compute, developing a foundational understanding of the relationship between division and decimal operations. This topic is part of a broader unit introducing decimal division.
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Make this problem simpler by adding or removing powers of ten from top and bottom.