Sometimes, it is not possible to divide one number by another exactly. Anything left over that cannot be divided exactly is called a remainder. When you are solving problems and there is a remainder, ...

Short division is also known as the bus stop method and is often used to divide large numbers. Start with 8 ÷ 7. 8 ÷ 7 = 1 remainder 1. Write 1 above 8 and carry the 1 to the next digit to give 17 17 ...