Distributive Property in Division

The video tutorial explains the distributive property of division, demonstrating how dividing a sum by a number is equivalent to dividing each addend by that number and then adding the results. It provides examples using 84 divided by 6 and 96 divided by 8, illustrating the process with rectangular models. The tutorial also explores alternative methods for breaking up numbers and concludes with a call to action for viewers to like and subscribe.

What does the distributive property of division state?

• Dividing a sum by a number is the same as adding each addend by the number.

• Dividing a sum by a number is the same as multiplying each addend by the number.

• Dividing a sum by a number is the same as dividing each addend by the number and then adding the quotients.

• Dividing a sum by a number is the same as subtracting each addend by the number.

In the example of 84 divided by 6, why is 84 broken into 60 and 24?

• Because 60 and 24 are both multiples of 6.

• Because 60 and 24 are both even numbers.

• Because 60 and 24 are both multiples of 5.

• Because 60 and 24 are both prime numbers.

What is the result of 84 divided by 6 using the distributive property?

• 14

• 12

• 16

• 18

In the example of 96 divided by 8, what are the two numbers 96 is broken into?

• 70 and 26

• 80 and 16

• 50 and 46

• 60 and 36

What is the result of 96 divided by 8 using the distributive property?

• 11

• 10

• 12

• 13

Why is it beneficial to break down the dividend into parts that are easy to divide?

• It simplifies the division process.

• It makes the division process faster.

• It makes the division process more complex.

• It makes the division process more accurate.

What is the result of dividing 80 by 8?

• 11

• 10

• 9

• 8

What is the result of dividing 16 by 8?

• 1

• 2

• 4

• 3

What is the sum of the partial quotients when 96 is divided by 8 using the breakdown of 80 and 16?

• 10

• 11

• 13

• 12

What is another way to break down 96 for division by 8?

• 30 and 66

• 10 and 86

• 20 and 76

• 40 and 56