Long Division: 261 ÷ 3

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How to perform long division of 261 by 3?

Answer: 261 ÷ 3 = 87✓ exact division
261 ÷ 3 = 87

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This shows the traditional long division layout used in schools, with each step clearly marked.

Step-by-Step Explanation

Here's how to solve 261 ÷ 3 using long division method step by step:

Step 1:Take the number 26 and divide by 3. We get 8 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 8 × 3 = 24 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 26 - 24 = 2. The remainder 2 is carried to the next step.
Step 2:Take the number 21 and divide by 3. We get 7 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 7 × 3 = 21 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 21 - 21 = 0.
Final Step:The division is complete with no remainder. 261 divides exactly by 3 to give 87.

Division Steps

StepDividend PartQuotient DigitMultiplySubtractRemainder
12688 × 3 = 2426 - 24 = 22
22177 × 3 = 2121 - 21 = 00

Perfect division: 261 divides evenly by 3 with no remainder.

About Long Division

Long division is a method for dividing large numbers that breaks down the division process into smaller, manageable steps. It's taught in elementary school as a systematic way to perform division by hand.

The process involves:

  • Dividing the leftmost digits of the dividend by the divisor
  • Writing the quotient digit above the dividend
  • Multiplying the quotient digit by the divisor
  • Subtracting this product from the current dividend portion
  • Bringing down the next digit and repeating the process

This method ensures accuracy and helps students understand the relationship between multiplication and division.

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How to perform long division of 261 by 3?

261 ÷ 3 = 87 ✓ exact division

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