The number we obtain when we divide one number by another is the quotient.
For example, in 10 ÷ 5 = 2. The result of the division is 2, so it is the quotient. 10 is the dividend and 5 is the divisor.
Note that the quotient and the divisor are always smaller than their dividend.
- When a number is completely divisible by another number, the quotient is a whole number.
For example, 20 ÷ 5 = 4 (whole number)
- When a number is not completely divisible by another number, the quotient is a decimal number.
For example, 19 ÷ 2 = 8.5 (decimal number)
