Long Division-Math Antics

What is long division?

• A way of breaking up a division problem into smaller steps

• A method of multiplying large numbers

• A technique for adding fractions

• A strategy for solving word problems

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CCSS.6.NS.B.2

How do we start long division?

• By dividing the smallest digit first

• By dividing the largest digit first

• By dividing the digit in the middle first

• By dividing any digit randomly

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

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What do we do if the divisor is too big for a digit?

• Skip that step and move on to the next digit

• Divide the digit by the divisor and ignore the remainder

• Multiply the digit by the divisor and subtract from the dividend

• Bring down a copy of the next digit and combine with the remainder

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

CCSS.6.NS.B.2

How do we write the answer digit in long division?

• Directly above the digit being divided

• Directly below the digit being divided

• At the end of the line

• Anywhere on the answer line

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

CCSS.6.NS.B.2

What do we do with the remainder in long division?

• Write it next to the answer digit

• Ignore it and move on to the next digit

• Add it to the next digit and divide together

• Subtract it from the dividend and bring down the next digit

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

CCSS.6.NS.B.2

How can we make long division easier?

• Memorize the multiplication table

• Use a calculator for every step

• Skip the remainder calculation

• Divide the dividend by the divisor directly

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

CCSS.6.NS.B.2

What should we do after solving a long division problem?

• Check the answer with a calculator

• Ignore any mistakes made

• Move on to the next problem immediately

• Forget about the long division method

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

CCSS.6.NS.B.2

Who is the target audience for long division?

• Grade 1 students

• Grade 4 students

• High school students

• College students

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

CCSS.6.NS.B.2