Question

estimate, and then find the quotient. use your estimate to check for reasonableness. \\( 61 \overline{)244} \\) estimate the quotient \\( 240 \div 60 = 4 \\) find the quotient. select the correct choice below, and fill in the answer box(es) to complete your choice. \\( \circ \\) a. \\( 244 \div 61 = \square \\) \\( \circ \\) b. \\( 244 \div 61 = \square \\) r \\( \square \\) click to select and enter your answer(s) and then click check answer.

Explanation:

Step1: Confirm the estimate

$240 \div 60 = 4$

Step2: Calculate exact quotient

Multiply $61 \times 4 = 244$

Step3: Match to correct choice

Since $61 \times 4 = 244$, there is no remainder.

Answer:

A. $244 \div 61 = 4$