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The "Trick" that Compilers Use for Long Division - Computerphile

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This video explains how computers do long division. It's a bit tricky for computers, so they use a clever trick instead! You can even try this trick yourself!

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🧠 Quiz & Trivia

Test your knowledge after watching!

Q1 What is 20% of a number?

Answer: Double the number and drop the last digit

Q2 What math operation do computers like to avoid?

Answer: Division

Q3 What's easier for computers: addition or division?

Answer: Addition

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