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Multiplying and dividing whole numbers

​​In a nutshell

You can use both long and short division and multiplication to solve multiplying and dividing calculations when a calculator is not available.



Multiplication

Definitions

Factor

The number(s) that are being multiplied.

Product

The result of the multiplication.

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Procedure

1.

Set out the calculation:

Write the factors in place value columns, with the larger number going on top of the smaller one.

2.

Multiply the units column of the smaller number by each digit of the larger number and write down the results in the answer space below, carrying where required.

3.

Repeat this for each column of the smaller number, adjusting the zeros accordingly.

4.

Add the results.


Example 1

Calculate 387×56387 \times 56387×56 using long multiplication.


Set out the calculation.

TThThHTO387×56+\begin{array}{ccccc}&\text{TTh}&\text{Th} & \text{H} & \text{T} & \text{O} \\& & & 3 &8 & 7 \\\times & & & &5& 6 \\ \hline \\+ \\ \hline \end{array}×+​TTh​Th​H3​T85​O76​​​​

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Multiply each digit of 387387387 by 666.

TThThHTO387×562253422+\begin{array}{ccccc}&\text{TTh}&\text{Th} & \text{H} & \text{T} & \text{O} \\& & & 3 &8 & 7 \\\times & & & &5& 6 \\ \hline& &^22&^53&^42&2 \\+ \\ \hline& \end{array}×+​TTh​Th22​H353​T8542​O762​​​​

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Then by 555, adding a 000 in the units column.

TThThHTO387×562253422+11493350\begin{array}{ccccc}&\text{TTh}&\text{Th} & \text{H} & \text{T} & \text{O} \\& & & 3 &8 & 7 \\\times & & & &5& 6 \\ \hline& &^22&^53&^42&2 \\+ &^11&^49&^33&5&0\\ \hline&&&&& \end{array}×+​TTh11​Th2249​H35333​T85425​O7620​​​​


Add the results.

​TThThHTO387×562253422+1149335021672\begin{array}{ccccc}&\text{TTh}&\text{Th} & \text{H} & \text{T} & \text{O} \\& & & 3 &8 & 7 \\\times & & & &5& 6 \\ \hline& &^22&^53&^42&2 \\+& ^11&^49&^33&5&0 \\ \hline& 2&1&6&7&2 \end{array}×+​TTh112​Th22491​H353336​T854257​O76202​​​


387×56=21 672‾387 \times 56=\underline{21\space672}387×56=21 672​​​

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Note: Multiplying by a single-digit number in the same way is known as short multiplication. Long multiplication involves adding two or more result of calculations and is used for larger-digit numbers, like you can see used above.



Division

Long division and short division are both methods of dividing one number by another. Long division involves writing down each step of the calculation, whereas short division is done mentally and each step is not written down.


Definitions

Dividend

The number that is being divided by another.

Divisor

The number that is dividing another.

Quotient

The result of the division.


Short division

To use short division, you must be able to divide each column by the divisor. Either you need to know the times tables for it, or you can write out a list of its multiples.


Procedure

1.

Set out the calculation: 

Write the dividend in the box and the divisor outside.

2.

Divide the first digit of the dividend by the divisor, and write the quotient at the top of the box. 

3.

​Carry the remainder over to the next column of the dividend to form a new number in that column.​

4.

Repeat the division process with the new number formed, writing the quotient at the top of the box and carrying the remainder.

5.

Repeat the process until all columns of the dividend have been divided.


Note: If you still have a remainder when you divide the units of the dividend, add a decimal place and a zero to the next column and carry the remainder. Repeat until there is no remainder left and add a decimal place in the correct column to your final answer.


Example 2

Calculate 1020÷81020\div81020÷8 using short division.


Set out the calculation.

8)1 0 2 0‾8\overset{}{\overline{\smash{)}1\,0\,2\,0}} \\ 8)1020​​


Since 111​ cannot divide 888​, carry the 111 to the next column and divide.

8)11020‾ 1 8\overset{\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\,1\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\,}{\overline{\smash{)}\cancel1^1020}} \\ 8)1​10201


Continue carrying and dividing each column.

​8)1102260.40‾ 1 2 7. 58\overset{\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\,\,1\,\,\,\,2\,\,\,\,7.\,\,\,5}{\overline{\smash{)}\cancel1^10^22^60.^40}} 8)1​102260.40127.5​​

​1020÷8=127.5‾1020\div8=\underline{127.5}1020÷8=127.5​

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FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use short division?

To use short division, carry out the following steps: 1. Set out the calculation: Write the dividend in the box and the divisor outside. 2. Multiply the units column of the smaller number by each digit of the larger number and write down the results in the answer space below, carrying where required. 3. Repeat this for each column of the smaller number, adjusting the zeros accordingly. 4. Add the results.

What is the connection between multiplication and division?

Multiplication and division are closely related, given that division is the inverse operation of multiplication. When you divide, you look to separate into equal groups, while multiplication involves joining equal groups.

How do I use long multiplication?

To use long multiplication, follow these steps: 1. Set out the calculation: - Write the factors in place value columns, with the larger number going on top of the smaller one. 2. Multiply the units column of the smaller number by each digit of the larger number and write down the results in the answer space below, carrying where required. 3. Repeat this for each column of the smaller number, adjusting the zeros accordingly. 4. Add the results.

What is the difference between long and short division?

Long division and short division are both methods of dividing one number by another. Long division involves writing down each step of the calculation, whereas short division is done mentally and each step is not written down.

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