2-Digit / 1-Digit — Multiply & Divide Pathway
Dividing a 2-digit number by a 1-digit number
- Split the number into parts that divide easily.
- Divide each part, then add the answers together.
- Or use the bus stop method (short division).
- Example: 84 / 4 means how many 4s in 84.
Example: 72 / 3
- Step 1: How many 3s in 7? Answer: 2, remainder 1.
- Step 2: Carry the 1 to make 12.
- Step 3: How many 3s in 12? Answer: 4.
- Answer: 72 / 3 = 24.
Your turn
- Try: 96 / 4.
- How many 4s in 9? Answer: 2, remainder 1.
- Carry to make 16. How many 4s in 16? Answer: 4.
- Answer: 24.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Working right to left. Division works left to right, the opposite of addition and subtraction.
- Forgetting to carry the remainder to the next digit.
Real-Life Example
A class of 72 children needs to stand in 3 equal rows. 72 / 3: 3 into 7 = 2 remainder 1, carry 1 to make 12, 3 into 12 = 4. Answer: 24 children per row.
Extra Support Hints
- Write the bus stop shape clearly so the numbers stay in the right columns.
- Check by multiplying: 24 x 3 = 72. If it matches, you are correct.