Understanding Division with Arrays

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication and division are inverse operations. For example, if a × b = c, then c ÷ b = a.

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What does the division sentence 24 ÷ 6 = 4 represent in terms of arrays?

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It represents an array of 24 items divided into 6 equal groups, with each group containing 4 items.

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How can you express the division fact 18 ÷ 3 = 6 using multiplication?

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The multiplication fact related to this division is 3 × 6 = 18.

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What is an array in the context of division?

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An array is a visual representation of objects arranged in rows and columns, used to illustrate division.

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How do you write a division sentence for an array with 35 items in 7 equal groups?

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The division sentence is 35 ÷ 7 = 5.

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What is the quotient in the division sentence 12 ÷ 2 = 6?

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The quotient is 6, which is the result of dividing 12 by 2.

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What is the purpose of using arrays in division?

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Arrays help visualize the concept of division by showing how many items are in each group.

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How can you check your division answer using multiplication?

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You can check your division answer by multiplying the quotient by the divisor to see if it equals the dividend.

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What is the dividend in the division sentence 24 ÷ 6 = 4?

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The dividend is 24, which is the number being divided.

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What is the divisor in the division sentence 35 ÷ 7 = 5?

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The divisor is 7, which is the number by which the dividend is divided.