Solve Division Problem: Evaluating 905 ÷ 0

Division by Zero with Undefined Results

+905:0= +905:0= ?

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00:00 Solve
00:04 Let's write division as a fraction
00:11 Cannot divide by 0
00:15 Therefore there is no solution to the question

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Understand the problem

+905:0= +905:0= ?

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Step-by-step solution

Let's write the expression in the form of a simple fraction:

9050= \frac{-905}{0}=

Remember the rule:

x0 \frac{x}{0}

It is not possible to divide a number by 0, therefore the expression has no meaning.

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Final Answer

There is no meaning to the expression.

Key Points to Remember

Essential concepts to master this topic
  • Rule: Division by zero is undefined and has no meaning
  • Recognition: Any fraction x0 \frac{x}{0} where denominator equals zero is undefined
  • Check: Look for zero denominators before calculating any division ✓

Common Mistakes

Avoid these frequent errors
  • Thinking division by zero equals zero or infinity
    Don't assume 905 ÷ 0 = 0 or ∞! Division by zero breaks mathematical rules and creates contradictions. Always recognize that any number divided by zero is undefined and has no meaning.

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What will be the sign of the result of the next exercise?

\( (-2)\cdot(-4)= \)

FAQ

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Why can't I divide by zero?

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Division by zero creates mathematical contradictions. If 905 ÷ 0 had an answer, then 0 × (that answer) would have to equal 905. But zero times anything always equals zero, never 905!

What's the difference between 0 ÷ 905 and 905 ÷ 0?

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0 ÷ 905 = 0 (zero divided by any non-zero number equals zero), but 905 ÷ 0 is undefined (any number divided by zero has no meaning).

Does division by zero equal infinity?

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No! While numbers get very large as we divide by values close to zero, division by zero itself is undefined, not infinity. It simply has no mathematical meaning.

How do I spot division by zero in problems?

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Always check if the denominator equals zero before dividing. Look for expressions like x0 \frac{x}{0} or problems asking you to divide any number by 0.

What should I write as my answer?

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Write "undefined" or "no meaning" or "impossible". Never write a number as your answer when dividing by zero!

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