KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Calculations: Written Division - Explained

The video tutorial explains a long division problem involving the number 43. It begins by outlining the problem and proceeds with step-by-step calculations, including multiplication and subtraction, to find the quotient and remainder. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of setting up a times table for the divisor and provides advice on handling complex division problems. The video concludes with a summary of the correct method and encourages careful calculation to avoid errors.

What is the first step in solving a long division problem involving 43?

• Divide 43 by 2

• Set up a multiplication table for 43

• Subtract 43 from 100

• Multiply 43 by 10

When subtracting 86 from 111, what is the remainder?

• 15

• 25

• 35

• 5

How many times does 43 go into 258?

• 5 times

• 6 times

• 7 times

• 8 times

What should you do if you make a calculation error during the division process?

• Ask for help

• Ignore the error and continue

• You will still gain a method mark

• Start over from the beginning

What is the teacher's advice for handling division by larger numbers like 43?

• Use a calculator

• Set up a times table and proceed carefully

• Divide by smaller numbers first

• Guess the answer