Long Division with Remainders - Checklist Divide. Divide into the first digit, if possible. 7 can be divided by 3 2 times. Multiply. This lets us check our work and sets us up for the next step. 2×3=6 Subtract. This tells us how many parts we have left over after dividing. ← 1 part left over Bring down the next number. We have to make sure to work with all parts of the number we are dividing. Repeat. Divide, multiply, and subtract until there are no more numbers to bring down. Check for remainders. A remainder is what’s left over after dividing a number into equal parts. Write the remainder at the top as part of the answer. Long Division with Remainders - Checklist Divide Multiply Subtract Bring down Repeat Remainder