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Long Division Calculator (with Steps)

Divide whole numbers with long division and see every step — bring down, divide, multiply, subtract — plus the quotient, remainder and decimal answer.

How to use

  1. 1Enter the dividend (number being divided) and the divisor.
  2. 2Follow the steps below the answer.

How it's calculated

At each step: bring down the next digit, divide by the divisor, write the quotient digit, multiply back and subtract to get the remainder.

Frequently asked questions

How do I check a long division answer?

Multiply the quotient by the divisor and add the remainder — you should get the dividend back.

How do I get a decimal answer?

Keep going past the last digit by adding zeros after a decimal point; the decimal answer is shown too.

What's a remainder?

What's left over when the divisor doesn't go in exactly: 17 ÷ 5 = 3 remainder 2.