Calculate Area with Perpendicular Lines: 15 and 1140 Units Problem

Q: Why can't I divide 15 into 11?

Because 15 is larger than 11! When the divisor is bigger than the partial dividend, you need to include more digits. That's why we use 114 instead of just 11.

Q: How do I know which multiple of 15 to use?

Find the largest multiple that doesn't exceed your partial dividend. For 114: 15 × 7 = 105 (good), but 15 × 8 = 120 (too big), so use 7.

Q: What if I get a remainder at the end?

In this problem, we get no remainder because 1140 ÷ 15 divides evenly. If you do get a remainder, write it as part of your answer or continue for a decimal.

Q: How can I check my division is correct?

Multiply your quotient by the divisor: 76 × 15 should equal 1140. If it matches the original dividend, your division is correct!

Q: Why do I bring down the 0?

After subtracting 105 from 114, you get 9. You must bring down the next digit (0) to continue dividing, making 90 as your new partial dividend.

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00:05 Let's solve the problem step by step.

00:09 First, divide the first digit of the dividend.

00:13 Since 1 is less than 15, add the next digit and try dividing again.

00:20 Eleven is still less than 15. So, add another digit and divide.

00:25 Write the answer, without the remainder, above. Pay attention t o where you place it.

00:31 Now, multiply your result by the divisor.

00:35 Subtract the product from your current number.

00:41 Bring down the next digit, and repeat these steps.

00:46 Go ahead and divide once more.

00:50 Write the result above, without the remainder.

00:54 Multiply by the divisor and subtract again.

00:59 Now, we have a remainder of zero.

01:03 And that's how you solve this problem! Well done!

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Step-by-step solution

To solve this division problem of dividing 1140 by 15, we perform the following steps:

Step 1: Set up the division with 1140 under the division bracket and 15 outside.
Step 2: Determine how many times 15 fits into the first two digits of the dividend, 11. Since it doesn't fit, consider the first three digits, 114.
Step 3: Calculate $15 \times 7 = 105$ , which is the nearest lower product to 114. Write 7 above the division bar.
Step 4: Subtract 105 from 114, leaving 9. Bring down the next digit of the dividend, 0, making it 90.
Step 5: Determine how many times 15 fits into 90. $15 \times 6 = 90$ . Write 6 above the division bar.
Step 6: Subtract the 90 from 90, resulting in a remainder of 0.

The quotient from the division of 1140 by 15 is $76$ . None remains, confirming complete division.

Therefore, the solution to the problem is $76$ .

Final Answer

$76$

Key Points to Remember

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Setup: Place 1140 under division bracket, 15 outside as divisor
Technique: Work left to right: 15 × 7 = 105, then 15 × 6 = 90
Check: Multiply quotient by divisor: 76 × 15 = 1140 ✓

Common Mistakes

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Starting division with wrong digit placement
Don't try to divide 15 into just 1 or 11 = wrong quotient position! The first digit 1 is too small, and 11 is also too small for 15. Always start with enough digits so the divisor fits at least once (114 ÷ 15 = 7).

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Why can't I divide 15 into 11?

Because 15 is larger than 11! When the divisor is bigger than the partial dividend, you need to include more digits. That's why we use 114 instead of just 11.

How do I know which multiple of 15 to use?

Find the largest multiple that doesn't exceed your partial dividend. For 114: 15 × 7 = 105 (good), but 15 × 8 = 120 (too big), so use 7.

What if I get a remainder at the end?

In this problem, we get no remainder because 1140 ÷ 15 divides evenly. If you do get a remainder, write it as part of your answer or continue for a decimal.

How can I check my division is correct?

Multiply your quotient by the divisor: 76 × 15 should equal 1140. If it matches the original dividend, your division is correct!

Why do I bring down the 0?

After subtracting 105 from 114, you get 9. You must bring down the next digit (0) to continue dividing, making 90 as your new partial dividend.

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