Long Division Calculator
Divide any two numbers and see every step of the long division process — quotient, remainder, and full working shown.
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Step-by-step long division
How to Do Long Division
1. Divide the first digit(s) of the dividend by the divisor. 2. Multiply the result by the divisor. 3. Subtract from the current portion of the dividend. 4. Bring down the next digit. 5. Repeat until all digits are used. The remaining value is the remainder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 125 divided by 4?
125 ÷ 4 = 31 remainder 1. Check: 31 × 4 = 124, and 124 + 1 = 125. ✓
How do you check a long division answer?
Multiply the quotient by the divisor, then add the remainder. The result must equal the original dividend. Example: 31 × 4 + 1 = 125.
What does the remainder mean in division?
The remainder is the amount left over after dividing as many whole times as possible. Example: 100 ÷ 7 = 14 remainder 2, because 14 × 7 = 98 and 100 − 98 = 2.