To solve the division problem 1,836 ÷ 3 = a, Xavier can create equivalent equations by manipulating the numbers and operations. Here are some examples of other equations he could create:
1. Multiplication equation:
- 3 * a = 1,836
2. Reversing the division:
- 1,836 = a * 3
3. Adding or subtracting to find the value of a:
- 1,836 - 1,835 = a
- 1,836 + 4 = a
By creating these equivalent equations, Xavier can practice different problem-solving strategies and gain a deeper understanding of how operations relate to each other in mathematics.
