In division, why should the remainder not be greater than the divisor?

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31 August, 23:27

In division, why should the remainder not be greater than the divisor?

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Rigoberto Everett · Answer 1

Because the remainder is the leftover numbers after you have your total. If the divisor was smaller than the remainder you can continue you your problem.

Carley Ayers · Answer 2

Because if the remander is greater than the diviser you can divide into it again.