4.3-4.4 Divide Decimals by Whole Numbers

I. Use the following steps when Dividing a mixed number by a whole number
1. Divide as usual and be sure to KEEP THE PLACE VALUES LINED UP
2. Place a decimal point in the quotient (space for your answer) directly above where it is in the dividend (the value you are dividing)

Here's some info from Harcourt on how to divide decimals.