Representing and solving problems involving division of multi-digit whole numbers

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What is division?

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Division is the process of splitting a number into equal parts. It answers the question: how many times does one number fit into another?

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What is the area model for division?

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The area model is a visual representation that shows how to divide a number by breaking it into smaller, manageable parts.

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Calculate 48 ÷ 6 using an area model.

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8

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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. If the product equals the dividend, your answer is correct.

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What is a quotient?

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The quotient is the result of a division problem.

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What does the expression 18 ÷ 3 = 6 mean?

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It means that when you divide 18 into 3 equal parts, each part is 6.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication and division are inverse operations. If a × b = c, then c ÷ b = a.

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Calculate 36 ÷ 6 using an area model.

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6

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What is a divisor?

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A divisor is the number by which another number is divided.

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What is a dividend?

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A dividend is the number that is being divided.