5 Division Area Models 3

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What is division?

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Division is the process of finding out how many times one number is contained within another. It is the opposite of multiplication.

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What is a quotient?

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

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What does the symbol '÷' represent?

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The symbol '÷' represents division.

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What is an area model in division?

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An area model is a visual representation used to illustrate the process of division by breaking down numbers into smaller, more manageable parts.

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How do you find the quotient using an area model?

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To find the quotient using an area model, divide the area into equal parts and count how many parts fit into the total area.

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What is the first step in solving a division problem?

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The first step is to identify the dividend (the number being divided) and the divisor (the number you are dividing by).

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication and division are inverse operations; if you multiply a number by a divisor, you can divide the product by the same divisor to get back to the original number.

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What is the final step in finding the quotient of an area model?

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The final step is to add the partial quotients together to find the total quotient.

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What does it mean to divide by 9?

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Dividing by 9 means to split a number into 9 equal parts.