Math Antics - Long Division

What is the main idea of long division?

• It's a way to multiply very large numbers.

• It's a way to break a big division problem into smaller, easier steps.

• It's a method to find the sum of many numbers quickly.

• It's a special type of subtraction.

When doing long division, in which direction do you usually work with the digits?

• From right to left, starting with the ones place.

• From left to right, starting with the largest number place.

• From top to bottom.

• From bottom to top.

In the problem 936 divided by 4, what is the first division you would perform?

• 36 divided by 4

• 93 divided by 4

• 9 divided by 4

• 6 divided by 4

After you divide the first digit and find a remainder, what is the next step in long division?

• You write the remainder next to the answer.

• You multiply the remainder by the divisor.

• You bring down the next digit of the dividend to join the remainder.

• You start the whole problem over again.

What is the result of 72 divided by 8?

• 7

• 8

• 9

• 10

What is the result of 72 divided by 3?

• 21

• 24

• 27

• 30

What is the quotient when 315,270 is divided by 5?

• 63,054

• 63,540

• 63,045

• 63,504

Which of these is a helpful tip for long division?

• Always use a calculator

• Start with very large dividends

• Memorize multiplication tables

• Write as messily as possible