What Does This Mean?
If we divide 73 by 4 the result is 18.25
The result is 18.25 because the division of 73 by 4 has a remainder (1)
73/4 Division Terminology:
- Dividend (73): The number being divided
- Divisor (4): The number we are dividing by
- Quotient (18.25): The result of the division
- Remainder (1): The amount left over after division
The number 73 is called the numerator or dividend, and the number 4 is called the denominator or divisor.
73 divided by 4 math equation, often written as 73/4.
The result of the division 73/4 is not an exact value and is equivalent to recurring decimal 18.25.
Step 1: Write the dividend
73.00
Step 2: Write the divisor
4.00
Step 3: Write the quotient
18
Step 4: Calculate the remainder
1
How many 4's go into 73?
When we divide 73 by 4, there are 18 times 4 inside. Let's visualize this:
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4
So, if we divide 73 by 4, we get 18 whole number with 1 remainder.
Common Division Problems With Reminder
Dividend |
Divisor |
Quotient |
Remainder |
Calculation |
35 |
2 |
17.5 |
1 |
35/2 |
13 |
1 |
13 |
0 |
13/1 |