Dividing by 2 digit divisors

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What is the process of division in mathematics?

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Division is the process of determining how many times one number (the divisor) is contained within another number (the dividend).

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CCSS.6.NS.B.2

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How do you find the remainder in a division problem?

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The remainder is found by subtracting the product of the divisor and the quotient from the dividend.

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What is a two-digit divisor?

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A two-digit divisor is any number between 10 and 99 that is used to divide another number.

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How do you calculate the quotient of a decimal number divided by a whole number?

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To calculate the quotient of a decimal number divided by a whole number, divide as you would with whole numbers, and place the decimal point in the quotient directly above the decimal point in the dividend.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the significance of the remainder in real-life applications?

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The remainder can represent items that are left over after division, such as leftover oranges in a tray or extra people needing transportation.

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How can you check your division answer?

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You can check your division answer by multiplying the quotient by the divisor and adding the remainder (if any) to see if it equals the dividend.

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What is the relationship between division and multiplication?

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Division is the inverse operation of multiplication; if a × b = c, then c ÷ b = a.

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CCSS.3.OA.C.7

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How do you round a decimal quotient to a specific number of decimal places?

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To round a decimal quotient, look at the digit immediately after the last desired decimal place; if it is 5 or greater, round up.

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What is the importance of estimating quotients in problem-solving?

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Estimating quotients helps to quickly assess the reasonableness of an answer and can simplify calculations.

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How do you solve a word problem involving division?

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Identify the total amount (dividend), the number of groups (divisor), and what is being asked (quotient or remainder).

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