Problem 79 - College Algebra and Calculus: An Applied Approach

Question

Writing Briefly explain what it means for a divisor to divide evenly into a dividend.

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

A divisor divides evenly into a dividend when the division process results in a whole number with no remainder.

Step 1: Understand the Terms

The term 'dividend' refers to the number you are dividing up. 'Divisor' refers to the number you are dividing by.

Step 2: Explaining Division

Division is the process of dividing a number (the dividend) by another number (the divisor). This results in a quotient and sometimes a remainder.

Step 3: Understanding the Concept of 'Even Division'

When a divisor 'divides evenly' into a dividend, it means that there is no remainder after the division. In other words, the divisor completely divides the dividend without leaving any 'leftover' amount. It's like dividing a pie into equal slices without having any pie left over.