What Does This Mean?
If we divide 85 by 2 the result is 42.5
The result is 42.5 because the division of 85 by 2 has a remainder (1)
85/2 Division Terminology:
- Dividend (85): The number being divided
- Divisor (2): The number we are dividing by
- Quotient (42.5): The result of the division
- Remainder (1): The amount left over after division
The number 85 is called the numerator or dividend, and the number 2 is called the denominator or divisor.
85 divided by 2 math equation, often written as 85/2.
The result of the division 85/2 is not an exact value and is equivalent to recurring decimal 42.5.
Step 1: Write the dividend
85.00
Step 2: Write the divisor
2.00
Step 3: Write the quotient
42
Step 4: Calculate the remainder
1
How many 2's go into 85?
When we divide 85 by 2, there are 42 times 2 inside. Let's visualize this:
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So, if we divide 85 by 2, we get 42 whole number with 1 remainder.
Common Division Problems With Reminder
| Dividend |
Divisor |
Quotient |
Remainder |
Calculation |
| 39 |
6 |
6.5 |
3 |
39/6 |
| 67 |
4 |
16.75 |
3 |
67/4 |
