What is the first step in dividing 856 by 4 using the standard algorithm?

Divide the first digit (8) by 4.

Explain the purpose of 'bringing down' the next digit in long division.

Bringing down the next digit combines it with the remainder from the previous step, forming a new number to divide.

Put a zero in the answer line and combine the first digit with the next digit.

5thMath50 min

I can divide multi-digit whole numbers using the standard algorithm.

12 min

Math Antics - Long Division

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10 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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Long division breaks up a bigger division problem into a series of short division steps.
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In long division, you work digit-by-digit from left to right, starting with the biggest number place.
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After each practice problem, check your answer with a calculator to correct mistakes and learn from them.

15 min

9 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

5 min

“Solve 765 ÷ 5 using the standard algorithm. Show each step.”

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