Division Word Problems
Grade 4 · Math · Long Division · Texas, USA
Lesson Summary
Solve real-world problems that require division. Read carefully to find the numbers and figure out what the question is really asking.
Explanation
Word problems ask you to use division in everyday situations. First, find the total and the number of groups or the size of each group. Then decide whether to divide. For example, if 132 apples are packed equally into 6 boxes, you divide 132 ÷ 6 = 22 apples per box. Watch for clue words like 'each,' 'equally,' 'split,' and 'share.' After you solve, check whether your answer makes sense by multiplying back.
Practice Questions
Q1: A baker made 156 cookies and puts 6 cookies in each bag. How many bags does the baker need?
Answer: 26 bags (156 ÷ 6 = 26)
Q2: There are 108 students going on a field trip. Each bus holds 9 students. How many buses are needed?
Answer: 12 buses (108 ÷ 9 = 12)
Q3: Maria has 74 beads and wants to make bracelets with 8 beads each. How many full bracelets can she make?
Answer: 9 full bracelets (74 ÷ 8 = 9 R2)
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Division Word Problems is taught in Grade 4 as part of the Math curriculum in Texas, USA.
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