What Does This Mean?
If we divide 398 by 5 the result is 79.6
The result is 79.6 because the division of 398 by 5 has a remainder (3)
398/5 Division Terminology:
- Dividend (398): The number being divided
- Divisor (5): The number we are dividing by
- Quotient (79.6): The result of the division
- Remainder (3): The amount left over after division
The number 398 is called the numerator or dividend, and the number 5 is called the denominator or divisor.
398 divided by 5 math equation, often written as 398/5.
The result of the division 398/5 is not an exact value and is equivalent to recurring decimal 79.6.
Step 1: Write the dividend
398.00
Step 2: Write the divisor
5.00
Step 3: Write the quotient
79
Step 4: Calculate the remainder
3
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Remainder: 3
How many 5's go into 398?
When we divide 398 by 5, there are 79 times 5 inside. Let's visualize this:
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So, if we divide 398 by 5, we get 79 whole number with 3 remainder.
Common Division Problems With Reminder
| Dividend |
Divisor |
Quotient |
Remainder |
Calculation |
| 653 |
3 |
217.66666666667 |
2 |
653/3 |
| 67 |
5 |
13.4 |
2 |
67/5 |
