Divide by 9, 99, 999, 9999
Introduction
Welcome to our interactive learning page where you'll discover a fascinating maths trick for dividing numbers by divisors consisting only of 9s, such as 9, 99, 999, 9999 and so on. This trick will make division by these divisors incredibly simple and quick, saving you time and effort. Let's dive in!
Instructions:
- Choose a dividend and divisor from the selection interface.
- Follow the three-step process illustrated with visuals for your chosen numbers.
- Note that in some cases, the third step may be unnecessary and can be skipped. These cases are clearly outlined below the illustrations. These cases show when the trick simplifies division even further.
- Finally, observe the same problem presented in Long Division format to understand the efficiency and simplicity of this trick compared to traditional methods.
Choose a Dividend
Choose a Divisor
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