Fundamentals of Mathematics, 2008a

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Example 2.19
0
7 . Since division into 0 by any nonzero whole number results in 0, we have 0 7 = 0
2.3.5.2 Practice Set B
Perform, if possible, the following divisions.
Exercise 2.3.7 (Solution on p. 144.)
5
0
Exercise 2.3.8 (Solution on p. 144.)
0
4
Exercise 2.3.9 (Solution on p. 144.)
0)0
Exercise 2.3.10 (Solution on p. 144.)
0)8
Exercise 2.3.11 (Solution on p. 144.)
9
0
Exercise 2.3.12 (Solution on p. 144.)
0
1
2.3.6 Calculators
Divisions can also be performed using a calculator.
2.3.6.1 Sample Set C
Example 2.20
Divide 24 by 3.
Display Reads
Type 24 24
Press ÷ 24
Type 3 3
Press = 8
Table 2.4
The display now reads 8, and we conclude that 24 ÷ 3 = 8.
Example 2.21
Divide 0 by 7.
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