Area Model Division NC.5.NBT.6

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What is the area model in division?

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The area model in division is a visual representation that helps to understand how to divide numbers by breaking them into smaller, more manageable parts.

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How do you use the area model to divide 1695 by 40?

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To divide 1695 by 40 using the area model, break 1695 into parts that are easier to divide, such as 1600 and 95, and then divide each part by 40.

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What is the first step in using the area model for division?

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The first step is to decompose the dividend into parts that can be easily divided by the divisor.

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What does the term 'dividend' mean?

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The dividend is the number that is being divided in a division problem.

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What does the term 'divisor' mean?

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The divisor is the number by which the dividend is divided.

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What is the result of dividing 178 by 2 using the area model?

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Using the area model, 178 divided by 2 equals 89.

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How can you check your division using the area model?

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You can check your division by multiplying the quotient by the divisor and ensuring it equals the dividend.

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What is the quotient in a division problem?

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The quotient is the result of the division, or how many times the divisor fits into the dividend.

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What is an example of a division problem using the area model?

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An example is dividing 2100 by 30, where you can break 2100 into 2100 = 2000 + 100 and divide each part by 30.

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What is the importance of understanding the area model in division?

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Understanding the area model helps students visualize and grasp the concept of division, making it easier to solve complex problems.