Long Division: 987 ÷ 19

How to divide 987 by 19 using long division and find the remainder?

Answer: 987 ÷ 19 = 51 remainder 18
987 ÷ 19 = 51 remainder 18

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 987 ÷ 19 using long division method step by step:

Step 1:Take the number 98 and divide by 19. We get 5 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 5 × 19 = 95 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 98 - 95 = 3. The remainder 3 is carried to the next step.
Step 2:Take the number 37 and divide by 19. We get 1 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 1 × 19 = 19 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 37 - 19 = 18. The remainder 18 is carried to the next step.
Final Step:The remainder 18 is smaller than the divisor 19, so the division is complete. The final answer is 51 with remainder 18.

Division Steps

StepDividend PartQuotient DigitMultiplySubtractRemainder
19855 × 19 = 9598 - 95 = 33
23711 × 19 = 1937 - 19 = 1818

Final remainder: 18

Since 18 is less than 19, we cannot divide further. The final answer is 51 with remainder 18.

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 divide 987 by 19 using long division and find the remainder?

987 ÷ 19 = 51 remainder 18