Area Model Division NC.5.NBT.6

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What is the area model in division?

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The area model is a visual representation used to illustrate division by breaking down numbers into smaller, more manageable parts, helping to understand how division works.

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How do you find the quotient using the area model?

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To find the quotient using the area model, divide the area into sections that represent the divisor and then count how many times the divisor fits into the dividend.

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What does the term 'dividend' mean?

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The dividend is the number that is being divided in a division problem.

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What does the term 'divisor' mean?

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The divisor is the number by which the dividend is divided.

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What is the result of a division called?

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The result of a division is called the quotient.

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If you divide 420 by 63, what is the quotient?

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The quotient is 7.

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If you divide 178 by 7, what is the quotient?

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The quotient is 25.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication and division are inverse operations; if you multiply the quotient by the divisor, you get the dividend.

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How can you check your division answer?

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You can check your division answer by multiplying the quotient by the divisor to see if it equals the dividend.

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What is a practical example of using the area model for division?

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A practical example is dividing a rectangular area into smaller rectangles to find how many equal parts can fit into the total area.