Division

Division is the process of separating a number into equal groups. The number that is being divided is called the dividend, the number by which it is divided is called the divisor, and the result is called the quotient.

Example:

When we divide 12 by 3, the 12 is the dividend, 3 is the divisor and the quotient is 4, because 12 ÷ 3 = 4.

Division Notation:

Division can be expressed using the division symbol ÷ or as a fraction.

Example:

12 ÷ 3 = 4 or 12 / 3 = 4

Division Terminology:

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

Division Properties:

• Division is the opposite operation of multiplication
• Division by zero is undefined
• Division is not commutative, i.e., a ÷ b is not the same as b ÷ a

Study Guide:

1. Understand the terms: dividend, divisor, quotient, and remainder
2. Practice simple division problems and understand the division notation
3. Learn the division properties and understand the concept of division by zero
4. Practice solving division problems with and without remainders
5. Understand the relationship between division and multiplication

With this study guide, you will be well-prepared to tackle division problems with confidence!

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