Long Division: 3120 ÷ 260

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How to perform long division of 3,120 by 260?

Answer

3,120 ÷ 260 = 12

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3,120 ÷ 260 = 12

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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 3,120 ÷ 260 using long division method step by step:

Step 1:Take the number 312 and divide by 260. We get 1 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 1 × 260 = 260 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 312 - 260 = 52. The remainder 52 is carried to the next step.
Step 2:Take the number 520 and divide by 260. We get 2 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 2 × 260 = 520 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 520 - 520 = 0.
Final Step:The division is complete with no remainder. 3,120 divides exactly by 260 to give 12.

Division Steps

StepDividend PartQuotient DigitMultiplySubtractRemainder
131211 × 260 = 260312 - 260 = 5252
252022 × 260 = 520520 - 520 = 00

Perfect division: 3,120 divides evenly by 260 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 3,120 by 260?

3,120 ÷ 260 = 12

Is 3,120 divisible by 260?

Yes, 3,120 is divisible by 260. The result is 12.

How to check the result of 3,120 ÷ 260?

Multiply the quotient 12 by the divisor 260. The result should equal 3,120.

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