Question

When dividing 82 by 43, Linda estimated the quotient to be 2. Examine Linda’s work, and explain what

she needs to do next. On the right, show how you would solve the problem.

Answer 1

82/43 = 1 and 39/43

Explanation:

When dividing 82 by 43 , the operation follows;

82/43 = 1 and 39/43

This means the quotient is 1 and reminder is 39

However;

82/43 = 1.907 ------nearest whole number is 2.

so the quotient can be approximated to the nearest whole number as 2.