Explain the first step in dividing 852 by 4 using the long division algorithm. Be specific about which digits you focus on initially and why.

The first step is to divide the first digit, 8, by 4. We focus on the highest place value digit first, working from left to right.

When performing long division, what should you do if the divisor is larger than the initial digit (or group of digits) of the dividend?

Place a zero in the quotient above that digit and consider the next digit in the dividend.

Name: Using the Division Algorithm
Author: Insta~Lesson

5th Grade · Math · 20 min

I can divide multi-digit numbers using the division algorithm.

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