Division can be written out using a few different methods, all conveying the same mathematical operation. Let's explore these methods.
Methods of Writing Division
There are primarily two common ways to write out division, as shown in the reference:
- Using the division symbol:
- The division symbol, '÷', is placed between the two numbers. For example, to show 36 divided by 6, you would write it as 36 ÷ 6.
- Using fraction form:
- You can also express division using a fraction, where the dividend (the number being divided) is the numerator, and the divisor (the number doing the dividing) is the denominator. So, 36 divided by 6 can be written as 36/6.
Examples
| Statement | Division Symbol | Fraction Form |
|---|---|---|
| 10 divided by 2 | 10 ÷ 2 | 10/2 |
| 50 divided by 5 | 50 ÷ 5 | 50/5 |
| 100 divided by 10 | 100 ÷ 10 | 100/10 |
| 250 divided by 25 | 250 ÷ 25 | 250/25 |
Further Considerations
- The order of numbers matters in division. The number before the '÷' symbol (or the numerator in fraction form) is divided by the number after the '÷' symbol (or the denominator in fraction form).
- Both methods are mathematically equivalent and can be used interchangeably to represent the division operation.
