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Example

Title: Division

Grade: 4-a Lesson: S3-L7

Explanation: The best way to understand divisions is by looking at some examples. Take turns and read each example for easy understanding.

Examples:

Divide 785 ÷ 5

Step 1a

Divide 785 ÷ 5

Draw the division symbol ⟌ and write divisor 5 is on left side and dividend 785 enclosed under this symbol.

$1a$

Explanation: Arrange the numbers in division form.

Step 1b

7 is not divisible by 5 but since, \$1 times 5 = 5\$.we go for it subtract 7 - 5 = 2 and write 1 in first quotient.

$1b$

Explanation: Bring down the next value 8, the 28 is not divisible by 5, but since \$5 times 5 = 25\$. we go for it subtract 28 - 25 = 3.

Step 1c

Write the second quotient 5. Now bring down the next value 3.

$1c$

Explanation: The 35 is divisible by 5. since, \$7 times 5 = 35\$. we go for it, subtract 35 - 35 = 0.

Step 1d

Write the third quotient 7.

$1d$

Explanation: Therefore, the quotient is 157, and the remainder is 0.