How Do You Divide 23 by 2?

Let’s calculate:

$$ \frac{23}{2} $$

using the short division method. This is a quick way to divide when the divisor is a single-digit number.

Understand the Terms

  • Dividend: 23 (the number to be divided)
  • Divisor: 2 (the number doing the dividing)
  • Quotient: the result of the division
  • Remainder: what’s left over (if any)

Step-by-Step: 23 ÷ 2

Step 1: Divide 2 into 2

$$ 2 \div 2 = 1 $$

Write 1 above the 2 in the dividend.

Step 2: Divide 2 into 3

Carry down the next digit to make 3.

$$ 3 \div 2 = 1 \text{ remainder } 1 $$

Write 1 above the 3 and note the remainder r1.

Final Answer

The quotient is:

$$ \boxed{23 \div 2 = 11 \text{ remainder } 1} $$

Check Your Answer

Multiply the quotient by the divisor and add the remainder:

$$ 2 \times 11 + 1 = 22 + 1 = 23 $$

✅ This matches the dividend. The answer is correct.

Summary

When dividing 23 by 2:

  • Use short division.
  • Work left to right.
  • Track remainders carefully.

So,

$$ \frac{23}{2} = 11 \text{ r } 1 $$