Understanding 2-Digit Division
Dividing by 2-digit numbers might seem tricky at first, but with practice,
you'll become a division superstar!
When we divide larger numbers by 2-digit numbers, we use the same long division steps you already know,
but we need to be extra careful with our estimation. The key is to find how many times the divisor fits
into parts of the dividend.
The Division Steps
1️⃣ Divide: See how many times the divisor fits into the first part of the dividend
2️⃣ Multiply: Multiply the divisor by your estimate
3️⃣ Subtract: Subtract this from your current dividend portion
4️⃣ Bring down the next digit and repeat until you've solved the problem!
Let's Practice Together!
Example 1: Interactive Division
Let's solve 1250 ÷ 5 step by step:
- Divide: 5 goes into 12 times
- Multiply: 5 × 2 = 10
- Subtract: 12 - 10 = 2
- Bring down the 5 → 25
Example 2: Real-World Problem
A school is organizing a field trip for 672 students. If each bus can carry 24 students, how many buses are needed?
Try solving this on paper first, then check your answer:
Parent Tips 🌟
- Estimation practice: Before solving, have your child estimate about what the answer should be. This helps build number sense and catches mistakes.
- Real-world applications: Use everyday situations like sharing snacks or dividing chores to practice division concepts naturally.
- Celebrate mistakes: Wrong answers are learning opportunities! Go through errors step-by-step to understand where things went wrong.