Long Division with 2 Digit Divisors

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What is long division?

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Long division is a method of dividing larger numbers by breaking the division process into simpler steps, allowing for easier calculation.

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What is a divisor?

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A divisor is the number by which another number (the dividend) is divided.

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What is a dividend?

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A dividend is the number that is being divided in a division operation.

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What is the quotient?

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

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How do you set up a long division problem?

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To set up a long division problem, write the dividend under the long division symbol and the divisor outside of it.

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What does it mean to estimate in long division?

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Estimating in long division involves making a rough calculation of how many times the divisor can fit into the dividend to simplify the process.

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What is the first step in long division?

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

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How do you handle remainders in long division?

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If there is a remainder in long division, it can be expressed as a fraction, decimal, or left as is, depending on the context.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication and division are inverse operations; knowing one can help solve the other.

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What is the importance of place value in long division?

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Place value is important in long division as it helps determine how many times the divisor fits into each part of the dividend.