Long Division

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What is Long Division?

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Long Division is a method used to divide larger numbers into smaller, more manageable parts, allowing us to find the quotient and remainder.

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What does 'R' stand for in division problems?

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'R' stands for 'Remainder', which is the amount left over after division when the numbers do not divide evenly.

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How do you set up a long division problem?

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1. Write the dividend (the number being divided) under the long division symbol. 2. Write the divisor (the number you are dividing by) outside the symbol.

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What is the dividend in the problem 498 ÷ 9?

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The dividend is 498.

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What is the divisor in the problem 498 ÷ 9?

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The divisor is 9.

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What is the quotient in the problem 810 ÷ 3?

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The quotient is 270.

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What is the first step in long division?

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The first step is to see how many times the divisor can fit into the first digit or first few digits of the dividend.

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In the problem 735 ÷ 5, what is the quotient?

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The quotient is 147.

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What do you do if the divisor is larger than the digit you are dividing into?

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If the divisor is larger, you look at the next digit of the dividend to form a larger number.

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What is the remainder in the problem 498 ÷ 9?

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The remainder is 3.