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Divide by 10 or 100

Apply place-value shifts to divide by 10 and 100 (mental).
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  1. 12 ÷ 10 = ?
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  2. 15 ÷ 10 = ?
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  3. 34 ÷ 10 = ?
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  4. 81 ÷ 10 = ?
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  5. 90 ÷ 10 = ?
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Quick Tip
Use place value. Dividing by 10 moves digits one place left; dividing by 100 moves digits two places left.
Teacher Resources
Teaching Notes

Use place-value charts; show digit shifts visually.

Vocabulary
decimal point: A dot separating whole and fractional parts.
place value: The value of a digit based on its position.
Common Mistakes
  • Adding zeros instead of shifting
  • Dropping non-zero digits
  • Shifting digits incorrectly.
  • Incorrect number of shifts.
  • Confusing division with multiplication.
Differentiation
SupportUse a place value chart or base-10 blocks.
ChallengeDivide by 1000 or numbers with decimals.
Discussion Questions
  • How does dividing by 10 change a number?
  • Why do digits shift places when dividing?
  • How is dividing by 100 different from dividing by 10?
Extension Activities
  • Convert units of measurement.
  • Use a place value chart.
  • Practice with larger numbers.
Parent Tip

Have your child count out bills and coins, then divide by 10 or 100.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Number Sense & Operations

Estimated Time

10 minutes

Skills Practiced
Place value division