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Division Before Addition

Students learn that division must be completed before addition in the order of operations. Through practice with two-step problems, kids master identifying division operations and solving them first, then adding. This builds on their understanding of PEMDAS and prepares them for more complex multi-operation problems.
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Order of Operations: Divide and Subtract7 WS
Solve: 15 ÷ 3 - 2 = ?

Practice Questions

  1. 12 ÷ 3 + 2 = ?
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  2. 10 + 12 ÷ 4 = ?
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  3. 15 ÷ 5 + 7 = ?
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  4. 8 + 20 ÷ 4 = ?
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  5. 18 ÷ 6 + 5 = ?
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Teaching Notes

Emphasize division's priority. Show why order matters with examples.

Vocabulary
Division: Splitting a number into equal parts.
Addition: Combining numbers to find a total.
Common Mistakes
  • Adding before dividing
  • Incorrect division facts
  • Solving left to right always
  • Misinterpreting symbols
Differentiation
SupportUse smaller numbers or visual aids for division.
ChallengeIntroduce problems with three operations or parentheses.
Discussion Questions
  • Why is order important in math problems?
  • What happens if you add first?
  • Can you think of a real-life example?
  • When do we use division first?
Extension Activities
  • Try different numbers.
  • Add then divide.
  • Use subtraction too.
Parent Tip

Ask your child to divide objects, then add more to the groups.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Number Sense & Operations

Skills Practiced
Division additionOrder of operationsTwo step problems