Question

divide. give the exact answer, written as a decimal.
$overline{5)589.58}$

Explanation:

Step1: Divide hundreds place by 5

$5 \div 5 = 1$, remainder 0. Bring down 8.

Step2: Divide tens place by 5

$8 \div 5 = 1$, remainder 3. Bring down 9.

Step3: Divide ones place by 5

$39 \div 5 = 7$, remainder 4. Bring down 5.

Step4: Divide tenths place by 5

$45 \div 5 = 9$, remainder 0. Bring down 8.

Step5: Divide hundredths place by 5

$8 \div 5 = 1.6$

Step6: Combine all results

Combine the digits from each step: $117.9 + 0.016 = 117.916$

Answer:

117.916