Long Division

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What is long division?

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Long division is a method for dividing two numbers to obtain a quotient and a remainder, breaking down the division process into simpler steps.

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What does the 'R' in division results represent?

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The '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 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 to the left.

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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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If there is a remainder, it can be expressed as 'R' followed by the remainder value, or it can be converted into a decimal by continuing the division process.

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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 long division answer?

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To check your answer, multiply the quotient by the divisor and add the remainder. The result should equal the original dividend.

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What is the significance of zero in long division?

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Zero is significant in long division as it indicates that the divisor does not fit into the current digit of the dividend, and it helps maintain the correct place value.

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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 for the next division step.

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How do you divide a number by 1?

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Dividing any number by 1 results in the same number, as 1 is the multiplicative identity.