Long Division: 9999 ÷ 72

How to divide 9999 by 72 using long division and find the remainder?

Answer: 9999 ÷ 72 = 138 remainder 63
9999 ÷ 72 = 138 remainder 63

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 9999 ÷ 72 using long division method step by step:

Step 1:Take the number 99 and divide by 72. We get 1 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 1 × 72 = 72 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 99 - 72 = 27. The remainder 27 is carried to the next step.
Step 2:Take the number 279 and divide by 72. We get 3 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 3 × 72 = 216 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 279 - 216 = 63. The remainder 63 is carried to the next step.
Step 3:Take the number 639 and divide by 72. We get 8 (write it in the quotient). Multiply 8 × 72 = 576 (write it below the dividend). Subtract 639 - 576 = 63. The remainder 63 is carried to the next step.
Final Step:The remainder 63 is smaller than the divisor 72, so the division is complete. The final answer is 138 with remainder 63.

Division Steps

StepDividend PartQuotient DigitMultiplySubtractRemainder
19911 × 72 = 7299 - 72 = 2727
227933 × 72 = 216279 - 216 = 6363
363988 × 72 = 576639 - 576 = 6363

Final remainder: 63

Since 63 is less than 72, we cannot divide further. The final answer is 138 with remainder 63.

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 9999 by 72 using long division and find the remainder?

9999 ÷ 72 = 138 remainder 63