To find \( 45 \div 15 \) using a number line, let's break it down step by step using your template:
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Divided ÷ _ = quotient: We are finding how many groups of 15 fit into 45.
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On the number line, 45 is divided into equal groups of 15: We can visualize this by marking 0, 15, 30, and 45 on the number line.
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My dividend is _: The dividend is the number we are dividing, which is 45.
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My divisor is _: The divisor is the size of each group, which is 15.
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My quotient is the number of equal pieces I can make, or 3: Since 15 fits into 45 exactly 3 times, the quotient is 3.
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45 ÷ 15 = _: Therefore, \( 45 \div 15 = 3 \).
Putting it all together:
- My dividend is 45.
- My divisor is 15.
- My quotient is 3.
- Therefore, \( 45 \div 15 = 3 \).