Divide

Dividing is the process of separating a number into equal parts. It is the opposite operation of multiplication. When we divide, we are essentially finding out how many times one number can be subtracted from another.

Division Terminology

• Dividend: The number being divided.
• Divisor: The number by which the dividend is being divided.
• Quotient: The result of the division.
• Remainder: The amount left over when the dividend cannot be divided evenly by the divisor.

Division Symbol

The division symbol is ÷, and the division equation is written as:

Steps for Division

1. Write the dividend and the divisor in the division equation.
2. Start with the leftmost digit of the dividend and divide it by the divisor.
3. If the divisor is larger than the first digit of the dividend, continue to the next digit and consider it as part of the number being divided.
4. Continue this process until all the digits in the dividend have been divided.
5. If there is a remainder, it is written as a fraction, decimal, or as a whole number with the remainder written next to it.

Study Guide

Here are some key points to remember when learning about division:

• Understand the relationship between multiplication and division. Division is the inverse of multiplication.
• Learn the division terminology - dividend, divisor, quotient, and remainder.
• Practice dividing single-digit numbers and gradually move on to larger numbers.
• Be familiar with different ways to represent the remainder, such as fractions or decimals.
• Practice division word problems to understand real-world applications of division.

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