Interpreting Remainders

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What is the process of dividing a total amount into equal parts called?

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Division.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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What is a remainder in division?

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The amount left over after division when one number cannot be divided evenly by another.

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.6

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How can a remainder be expressed when solving application-based problems?

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As a fraction of the divisor.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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What is the formula to find the number of items that can be evenly distributed into groups?

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Divide the total number of items by the number of items per group.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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What should you do if there is a remainder when calculating how many groups can be formed?

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Consider whether to round up or ignore the remainder based on the context of the problem.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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In the context of packing items, what does it mean to 'ignore the remainder'?

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It means to only count the full groups or boxes that can be filled without considering leftover items.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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When calculating how much material is left after making items, what does the remainder represent?

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The leftover material after all items have been made.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What is the significance of adding 1 to the quotient in division problems?

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It accounts for any remaining items that require an additional group or container.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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How do you determine the total number of containers needed when there is a remainder?

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Divide the total by the capacity of each container and round up if there is a remainder.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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What is the first step in solving a division problem involving real-life applications?

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Identify the total amount and the number of equal parts needed.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2