Division with Remainder (Word Problems)

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What is division?

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Division is the process of splitting a number into equal parts. It tells us how many times one number is contained within another.

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What does 'remainder' mean in division?

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A remainder is the amount left over after division when one number cannot be divided evenly by another.

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How do you solve a division problem with a remainder?

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To solve, divide the total by the number of groups. The quotient is how many full groups you can make, and the remainder is what is left over.

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If you have 28 items and want to divide them among 6 people, how do you find out how many each person gets?

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Divide 28 by 6. Each person gets 4 items, and there are 4 items left over.

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What is the formula for division?

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The formula for division is: Total ÷ Number of Groups = Quotient with Remainder.

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How can you represent a division problem?

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You can represent it as a fraction or a division equation, like 28 ÷ 6 = 4 R4.

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in a narrative form, requiring interpretation and problem-solving.

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How do you approach solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully, identify the numbers and what is being asked, then set up a mathematical equation to solve it.

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What does it mean to have 'equal numbers' in division?

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Equal numbers mean that each group or person receives the same amount when dividing the total.

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If 31 people need to be placed in rooms with 2 people each, how do you find the number of rooms needed?

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Divide 31 by 2. You will need 15 rooms for 2 people and 1 room for the last person.