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Divisor

Grades 2–5

Definition

The divisor is the number you divide by in a division problem. It tells you how many equal groups to make.

Examples

  • In 12 / 3 = 4, the divisor is 3.
  • In 20 / 5 = 4, the divisor is 5.
  • In 100 / 10 = 10, the divisor is 10.

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