Long Division: 720 ÷ 3

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How to perform long division of 720 by 3?

Answer

720 ÷ 3 = 240

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720 ÷ 3 = 240

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 720 ÷ 3 using long division method step by step:

Step 1:Take the number 7 and divide by 3. We get 2 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 2 × 3 = 6 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 7 - 6 = 1. The remainder 1 is carried to the next step.
Step 2:Take the number 12 and divide by 3. We get 4 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 4 × 3 = 12 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 12 - 12 = 0.
Step 3:Number 0 is less than divisor 3, so we write 0 in the quotient and move to the next digit.
Final Step:The division is complete with no remainder. 720 divides exactly by 3 to give 240.

Division Steps

StepDividend PartQuotient DigitMultiplySubtractRemainder
1722 × 3 = 67 - 6 = 11
21244 × 3 = 1212 - 12 = 00
3000 × 3 = 00 - 0 = 00

Perfect division: 720 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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FAQ

How to perform long division of 720 by 3?

720 ÷ 3 = 240

Is 720 divisible by 3?

Yes, 720 is divisible by 3. The result is 240.

How to check the result of 720 ÷ 3?

Multiply the quotient 240 by the divisor 3. The result should equal 720.