Kortdivisjon
Kortdivisjon is a method for performing division in elementary arithmetic. In its common form the divisor is one digit (and sometimes two), and the quotient is determined digit by digit from left to right by assessing how many times the divisor fits into the current leading portion of the dividend. The corresponding product is subtracted, and the next digit of the dividend is brought down to continue.
The procedure typically follows a consistent sequence: select the leading portion of the dividend that the
Example: dividing 437 by 6. Consider 43; 6 fits into 43 seven times (7 × 6 = 42).
Relation to other methods: kortdivisjon is often contrasted with lang divisjon (long division), which handles larger
Educational context: the term and method are used in Norwegian-speaking regions and similar education systems. It