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 parts, making it easier to calculate the quotient and remainder.

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What does 'quotient' mean in division?

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The quotient is the result of dividing one number by another.

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What is a 'remainder' in division?

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A remainder 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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Write the dividend (the number being divided) under the long division symbol and the divisor (the number you are dividing by) outside.

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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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If 59 ÷ 5 = 11 r4, what does 'r4' represent?

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The 'r4' means there is a remainder of 4 after dividing 59 by 5.

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What is 51 ÷ 5?

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51 ÷ 5 = 10 r1.

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What is 369 ÷ 3?

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369 ÷ 3 = 123.

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What is 68 ÷ 3?

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68 ÷ 3 = 22 r2.

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What is 24 ÷ 2?

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24 ÷ 2 = 12.