5 Questions
Which of the following best describes long division in math?
A method for dividing large numbers into smaller groups or parts
What is the dividend in a long division problem?
The large number being divided
What is the quotient in a long division problem?
The result of the division
What is the remainder in a long division problem?
The excess quantity that cannot be divided
What symbol is used to represent division?
÷
Study Notes
Long Division Basics
- Long division is a step-by-step procedure for dividing a large number (dividend) by a smaller number (divisor) to find the quotient and remainder.
Components of a Long Division Problem
- The dividend is the number being divided in a long division problem.
- The quotient is the result of the division, or the number of times the divisor fits into the dividend.
- The remainder is the amount left over after the division is complete.
Division Symbol
- The symbol ÷ is used to represent division in mathematics.
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