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dividede is a mathematical operation that involves splitting a quantity into equal parts. It is the inverse operation of multiplication. The symbol commonly used to represent division is a forward slash (/) or an obelus (÷). When one number is divided by another, the number being divided is called the dividend, and the number by which it is divided is called the divisor. The result of the division is known as the quotient.

Division can be expressed in various ways. For example, 10 divided by 2 can be written as 10/2 or 10 ÷ 2, and the quotient is 5. In some cases, division may not result in a whole number. This is when remainders come into play. If a dividend is not perfectly divisible by the divisor, there will be a remainder, which is the amount left over after the division. For instance, 7 divided by 3 results in a quotient of 2 with a remainder of 1, meaning 7 = (3 * 2) + 1.

Fractions are a direct representation of division, where the numerator is the dividend and the denominator is the divisor. For example, the fraction 3/4 represents 3 divided by 4. Division is a fundamental concept in arithmetic and is used extensively in various fields, including algebra, calculus, and science. It is crucial for solving problems involving proportions, rates, and distributing quantities.