Math

Remainder Calculator

Find the remainder when one number is divided by another.

Parameters Live Compute
Calculated Output
Remainder 2
Whole quotient 14
Formula: remainder = dividend − divisor × ⌊dividend ÷ divisor⌋
Step-by-Step Breakdown
1. Values used:
2. Dividend = 100
3. Divisor = 7
4.
5. Remainder = 2
6. Whole quotient = 14
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The remainder is what's left after dividing as many whole times as possible.

The math behind it

Divide and keep only the leftover: remainder = dividend − divisor × quotient.

Worked Example

100 ÷ 7 = 14 remainder 2.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is remainder the same as modulo?

For positive numbers, yes. They can differ in sign convention for negatives.

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