Checking Division with Multiplication
Multiplication and division “undo†one another. This means that when you ask yourself,
“What is 12 divided by 3?†it is the same as asking, “What number multiplied by 3 gives
12?†You can use this method to catch mistakes in your division.
PROCEDURE: To check your division with multiplication, multiply the quotient
of your division problem by the divisor and compare the result with the
dividend. If they are equal, your division was correct.
SAMPLE PROBLEM 1: Divide 564 by 47, and check your result with multiplication.
Step 1: Divide to find
your quotient.
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Step 2: Multiply the
quotient by the divisor.
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Step 3: Compare the product
with your dividend.
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