Long Division

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What is long division?

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Long division is a method for dividing large numbers by breaking the division process into a series of easier steps, involving repeated subtraction and multiplication.

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How do you set up a long division problem?

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To set up a long division problem, write the dividend (the number being divided) under the long division symbol and the divisor (the number you are dividing by) outside the symbol.

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What does the term 'dividend' refer to in division?

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The dividend is the number that is being divided in a division problem.

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What does the term 'divisor' refer to in division?

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The divisor is the number by which the dividend is divided.

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What is the 'quotient' in a division problem?

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The quotient is the result of the division, representing how many times the divisor fits into the dividend.

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What does 'R' stand for in division results?

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'R' stands for 'remainder', which is the amount left over after division when the dividend is not evenly divisible by the divisor.

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How do you calculate the remainder in long division?

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To calculate the remainder, subtract the product of the divisor and the quotient from the dividend.

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What is the first step in performing long division?

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The first step is to determine how many times the divisor can fit into the leading digits of the dividend.

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How do you handle a situation where the divisor is larger than the dividend?

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If the divisor is larger than the dividend, the quotient is 0 and the dividend is the remainder.

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What is the importance of estimating in long division?

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Estimating helps to determine how many times the divisor can fit into the dividend, making the division process more efficient.