Long Division Calculator

Divide two numbers and see the quotient, remainder, and decimal result.

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How to Use the Long Division Calculator

  1. Enter the dividend (the number being divided).
  2. Enter the divisor (the number you're dividing by).
  3. Click Calculate to see the quotient, remainder, and decimal answer.

Formula

Dividend = (Divisor × Quotient) + Remainder
987 ÷ 12 = 82 r 3

Worked Example

987 ÷ 12 = 82 remainder 3, or 82.25 as a decimal.

About This Calculator

Long division breaks a division problem into a whole-number quotient and a remainder, which is useful for fractions, ratios, and understanding division mechanics.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does long division work?

It breaks division into repeated steps of dividing, multiplying, subtracting, and bringing down the next digit.

What does the remainder mean?

What's left over when the divisor doesn't divide evenly — always smaller than the divisor.

Can this show step-by-step working?

Many long division calculators display each step so you can follow the full process.

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