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.

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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 operation.

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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 answers like '316 R20'?

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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 perform long division step-by-step?

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1. Divide the first part of the dividend by the divisor. 2. Multiply the divisor by the quotient obtained. 3. Subtract the result from the dividend. 4. Bring down the next digit of the dividend. 5. Repeat the process until all digits have been brought down.

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What is the first step in 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 remainders in long division?

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Remainders can be expressed as a whole number, or they can be converted into a decimal by continuing the division process.

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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 fits into the dividend, making the division process easier and quicker.

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What is a common mistake made in long division?

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A common mistake is misplacing the decimal point or incorrectly aligning the numbers during subtraction.