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Dividend - GCSE Maths Definition

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What is a dividend?

In GCSE Maths, the dividend is the number in a division calculation that you are dividing. For example, in the calculation  534 divided by 6, it is the 534 that is the dividend.

A division calculation of 534 divided by 6 being equal to 89. The calculation is shown in two ways, one using the division symbol and the other using the ‘bus stop’ method. The dividend of 534 is highlighted in both examples
An example of the dividend within a division calculation

It’s not essential to know the formal name of ‘dividend’ for this number at GCSE level but it is crucial that you understand the relationship between the different numbers in a division calculation. You may hear your teacher refer to the ‘dividend’ or you may see it written down in a textbook, so it can be useful to know the term.

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Division is covered in our revision notes on Number Operations from GCSE Maths. You can also have a go at our related exam questions and flashcards to test your understanding. Don’t forget to check out the past papers for more general exam revision.

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