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 is the first step in long division?

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The first step is to divide the first digit (or digits) of the dividend by the divisor.

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How do you handle remainders in long division?

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When there is a remainder, it can be expressed as 'R' followed by the remainder value, or as a fraction of the divisor.

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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.

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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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How do you check your work after performing long division?

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You can check your work by multiplying the quotient by the divisor and adding the remainder to see if it equals the dividend.

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What is the significance of zero in long division?

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Zero can be used as a placeholder in the quotient when the divisor does not fit into the current digit of the dividend.

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How do you set up a long division problem?

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You write the dividend under the long division symbol and the divisor outside, to the left.

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What is the process of bringing down a number in long division?

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Bringing down a number involves taking the next digit of the dividend and placing it next to the current remainder to form a new number.