72 divided by 3 is 24. In symbols: 72 ÷ 3 = 24.
| Form | Answer |
|---|---|
| Quotient and remainder | 24 |
| Decimal | 24 |
| Fraction | 72/3 = 24 |
| Percent | 2400% |
Ask how many times 3 fits into 72. 3 × 24 = 72, which is exactly 72, so there is nothing left over.
Multiply back: 24 × 3 = 72 = 72. ✓
| Division | Answer |
|---|---|
| 71 ÷ 3 | 23 R 2 |
| 73 ÷ 3 | 24 R 1 |
| 72 ÷ 2 | 36 |
| 72 ÷ 4 | 18 |
| 70 ÷ 3 | 23 R 1 |
| 74 ÷ 3 | 24 R 2 |
| 72 ÷ 6 | 12 |
See also: factors of 72 · 3 times 24.
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