Long Division: 272 ÷ 16

How to perform long division of 272 by 16?

Answer: 272 ÷ 16 = 17✓ exact division
272 ÷ 16 = 17

Visual Long Division

 
 
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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 272 ÷ 16 using long division method step by step:

Step 1:Take the number 27 and divide by 16. We get 1 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 1 × 16 = 16 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 27 - 16 = 11. The remainder 11 is carried to the next step.
Step 2:Take the number 112 and divide by 16. We get 7 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 7 × 16 = 112 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 112 - 112 = 0.
Final Step:The division is complete with no remainder. 272 divides exactly by 16 to give 17.

Division Steps

StepDividend PartQuotient DigitMultiplySubtractRemainder
12711 × 16 = 1627 - 16 = 1111
211277 × 16 = 112112 - 112 = 00

Perfect division: 272 divides evenly by 16 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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FAQ

How to perform long division of 272 by 16?

272 ÷ 16 = 17 ✓ exact division