848 divided by 6 (The box way) image

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To solve \( 848 \div 6 \) using the "box method," also known as the area model, you can follow these steps:

  1. Set Up the Box: Draw a rectangle and divide it into parts that make it easier to work with.

  2. Estimate Place Values: Break down 848 into manageable parts. You can think of it as \( 600 + 200 + 48 \).

  3. Divide Each Part:

    • For \( 600 \): \( 600 \div 6 = 100 \)
    • For \( 200 \): \( 200 \div 6 \approx 33.33 \) (You can think of it as \( 33\) remainder \( 1\))
    • For \( 48 \): \( 48 \div 6 = 8\)
  4. Add Up the Parts:

    • Now, calculate each part:
      • \( 100 + 33 + 8 = 141\)
    • Since \( 33 \) represents the whole number part of the division and \( 1 \) from the \( 200 \) leads to 1 leftover, you can reevaluate. The full answer without a fractional representation leads to:
    • Thus, the final answer is \( 141\) with a remainder, if necessary, from the 1 leftover.
  5. Conclusion: So, using the box method, \( 848 \div 6 = 141 R2 \) or \( 141.33 \) if you want it in decimal form.

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